And, you know, Ozempic at the time was only indicated for type two diabetes, she said
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Rachel Halverson, RN, CDCES, NC-BC explains that metformin is typically considered the first-line of treatment for T2D and is widely used due to its long history of effectiveness, safety, and low cost. It works primarily by reducing glucose production in the liver and improving the bodys insulin sensitivity
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Other times, they may be more subtle, such as feeling gassier or more bloated than usual