How safe is Metformin?

Question

My 8 yr old was just diag with Insulin resistance. What benifits do Metformin have for this and can they help her to lose wieght? Side effects?

Answer 1

Met formin is not recommended for treament of children

and treatment of insulin resistance or obesity in children.

Answer 2

Lots of research reveal Metformin is far from safe:

it interferes with B-12 and folic-acid intake.Causes a reduction in the absorption of vitamin B12, a crucial co-enzyme involved in many body processes including cell growth and DNA synthesis does not look at all safe to me!  A lack of this important vitamin can lead to serious health problems.

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Metformin - Is it safe?

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