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Is It A Problem To Take Metformin Before Before A HSG Test?
Hello Dr Sam , I have a HSG test tomorrow morning and the doctor hasn t advices me on what medicine to take. In addition I am on metformin and as a I read through various forums it is not advisable to take metformin prior to the test. I am getting anxious about this. Could you please advice? Thank you, Shruti
Wed, 7 May 2014
There is no absolute contraindication to not to take metformin. You should take light snacks and go for the test and take regular metformin in the morning.
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