Glucophage and liver damage ?'s
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| Wed, 01-28-2004 - 1:21pm |
I have been absent for a bit trying to find some answers and have uncovered yet more pieces of my medical puzzle.
A brief history: Hypoglycemia and taking glucophage XR for about 6 months. Endo has found a "goiter" or enlarged thyroid - tested negative for Hashimotos disease but hasn't ruled out hypo or hyperthyroiditis. NOW, she ran some blood work and lo and behold the liver enzymes are elevated. Her explanation was it is due to the glucophage XR. We repeat the test next month and if they are still elevated, I will discontinue the meds. Anyone else have this? I cannot find much on the web about the effects of the medication on the liver or if the damage is reversible. I'm trying desparately not to panic but it seems that in trying to correct one issue (hypoglycemia), I've discovered two more...it really is wearing on my spirit....thanks for the help!
Jennifer

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Hi Jennifer!
Jennifer,
Metformin or glucophage shouldn't do