To make it easier to understand the prevalence of Metformin side effects, we have divided them by frequency. Elevated levels of lactic acid in the blood (lactic acidosis) Decreased absorption of ...

Exposure to metformin lowered the risk for nonmelanoma skin cancer across skin types. However, it was not associated with reductions in squamous cell carcinoma risk among Black patients.

Lactic acidosis, when lactic acid builds up in the bloodstream, is a serious but rare side effect of metformin. Seek immediate medical care if you experience chest pain or a rash while taking ...

A common drug used to treat type 2 diabetes can be a “protective agent against non-melanoma skin cancer”, a new study has shown. Researchers have found that people using metformin are less at risk of ...

However, metformin did not protect Black patients against squamous cell carcinoma specifically. “This study strengthens the evidence supporting metformin's potential as a protective agent ...

This ability to modulate immune responses highlights metformin’s potential as a repurposed cancer treatment, particularly for rare skin tumors like DFSP. By preserving the tumor’s complexity ...