Is it safe for me to take Metformin for weight loss if I do not have diabetes and my fasting and post-meal blood sugar levels are already normal, and are there any alternative homeopathic remedies or other treatments for weight management that I can use while taking Telmikind 20mg? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Is it safe for me to take Metformin for weight loss if I do not have diabetes and my fasting and post-meal blood sugar levels are already normal, and are there any alternative homeopathic remedies or other treatments for weight management that I can use while taking Telmikind 20mg?

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Is it safe for me to take Metformin for weight loss if I do not have diabetes and my fasting and post-meal blood sugar levels are already normal, and are there any alternative homeopathic remedies or other treatments for weight management that I can use while taking Telmikind 20mg?

Asked by Male, 30 · 2 months ago

Vikas Singh

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2 months ago

While metformin is sometimes used off-label for weight management, it is typically not the first choice if your blood sugars are normal. Because you are taking Telmikind (telmisartan) for blood pressure, it is safest to avoid starting new therapies without guidance. Homeopathic remedies lack standardized safety data and could interact with your blood pressure medication. I gently encourage focusing on a balanced diet and exercise as your foundation. Please consult your doctor to discuss safe, evidence-based weight management options tailored to your health.

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Is it safe for me to take Metformin for weight loss if I do not have diabetes and my fasting and post-meal blood sugar levels are already normal, and are there any alternative homeopathic remedies or other treatments for weight management that I can use while taking Telmikind 20mg?

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