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What Causes Difficulty In Gaining Weight While On Metformin And Trajenta?

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Posted on Wed, 15 Jun 2016
Question: I have been taking metformin for 18 years and trajenta for 5. I can't seem to gain any weight but have a good appetite. I do not include too much carbs in my diet and try to be active. Is it because of these drugs that I'm unable to add any weight?
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (11 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Your weight is perfect for your height!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this difficulty putting on additional weight. Your BMI of 20 is in the normal range and there is no reason to be worried about this. Furthermore, excess weight is detrimental to the management of diabetes and your overall health and there should not be any reasons why you are getting so concerned. Please, be relaxed, calm and happy about your weight being well in the desired range than trying to gain more pounds that would make live a lot more difficult!

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.
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What Causes Difficulty In Gaining Weight While On Metformin And Trajenta?

Brief Answer: Your weight is perfect for your height! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this difficulty putting on additional weight. Your BMI of 20 is in the normal range and there is no reason to be worried about this. Furthermore, excess weight is detrimental to the management of diabetes and your overall health and there should not be any reasons why you are getting so concerned. Please, be relaxed, calm and happy about your weight being well in the desired range than trying to gain more pounds that would make live a lot more difficult! I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.