Metformin and hypoglycaemia Patient Reports February 10, 2012

Metformin Side Effects Report #5935352-4
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from TAIWAN, PROVINCE OF CHINA on Oct 27, 2008. Female patient, 28 years of age, was diagnosed with weight control  and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, intentional overdose, lactic acidosis, normal newborn, pregnancy , suicide attempt. Metformin dosage: 1 DF = APPROXIMATELY 80 TABLETS 500 MG (TOTAL DOSE OF 39.5G). During the same period patient was treated with BICARBONATE, CHARCOAL ACTIVATED. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5939894-7
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from TAIWAN, PROVINCE OF CHINA on Oct 31, 2008. Female patient, 28 years of age, was diagnosed with weight control  and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, intentional overdose, lactic acidosis, metabolic acidosis, normal newborn, pregnancy , suicide attempt. Metformin dosage: 1 DF = APPROXIMATELY 80 TABLETS 500 MG (TOTAL DOSE OF 39.5G). During the same period patient was treated with BICARBONATE, CHARCOAL ACTIVATED. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5957630-5
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from TAIWAN, PROVINCE OF CHINA on Nov 13, 2008. Female patient, 28 years of age, was diagnosed with weight control , acidosis, fluid replacement, hypoglycaemia and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: agitation, disorientation, hypoglycaemia, intentional overdose, lactic acidosis, metabolic acidosis, normal newborn, pregnancy . Metformin dosage: APPROXIMATELY 80 TABLETS 500 MG (TOTAL DOSE OF 39.5G). During the same period patient was treated with BICARBONATE, CHARCOAL ACTIVATED, CHLORIDE, GLUCOSE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5985289-X
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from TAIWAN, PROVINCE OF CHINA on Nov 21, 2008. Female patient, 28 years of age, was diagnosed with weight control  and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: agitation, anion gap increased, disorientation, glasgow coma scale abnormal, hypoglycaemia, incorrect dose administered, metabolic acidosis, oedema peripheral. Metformin dosage: (39.5 G 1X ORAL), (500 MG BID ORAL). Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.


Metformin Side Effects Report #6037842-5
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from GERMANY on Jan 09, 2009. Female patient, 88 years of age, weighting 127.9 lb, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: 1000 MG, QD. During the same period patient was treated with LANTUS, NOVONORM, GLUCOBAY, DIOVAN HCT. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6039017-2
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from GERMANY on Jan 09, 2009. Female patient, 88 years of age, weighting 127.9 lb, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LANTUS, NOVONORM, GLUCOBAY, DIOVAN HCT. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6052718-5
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from GERMANY on Jan 19, 2009. Female patient, 88 years of age, weighting 127.9 lb, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLUCOBAY, LANTUS, NOVONORM, DIOVAN HCT. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5422288-0
Metformin side effect was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Aug 20, 2007. Male patient, 83 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis, renal failure. Metformin dosage: 500 MG PO. During the same period patient was treated with CASODEX, THEOPHYLLINE, LISINOPRIL, GLUCOPHAGE, GLYBURIDE, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, ASPIRIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6113089-9
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from GERMANY on Mar 09, 2009. Female patient, 77 years of age, weighting 209.4 lb, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, renal impairment, ischaemic heart disease prophylaxis, prophylaxis against gastrointestinal ulcer, hyperlipidaemia and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, renal failure acute. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LISINOPRIL, METOPROLOL TARTRATE, GLIBENCLAMIDE, FURORESE, ASPIRIN, PANTOZOL, SIMVASTATIN, XIPAMIDE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.


Metformin Side Effects Report #6107257-X
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from GERMANY on Mar 02, 2009. Male patient, 76 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, prophylaxis, hypertension, hypercholesterolaemia, hypothyroidism and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, renal failure acute, rhabdomyolysis. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, ASPIRIN, DELIX, LOCOL, BELOC, BERLTHYROX. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6108721-X
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from GERMANY on Mar 02, 2009. Male patient, 76 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, prophylaxis, hypertension, hypercholesterolaemia, hypothyroidism and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, renal failure acute, rhabdomyolysis. Metformin dosage: 1000 MG, BID. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, ASPIRIN, DELIX, LOCOL, BELOC ZOK, BERLTHYROX. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6109529-1
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from GERMANY on Mar 02, 2009. Male patient, 76 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, prophylaxis, hypertension, hypercholesterolaemia and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, renal failure acute, rhabdomyolysis. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ASPIRIN, GLIMEPIRIDE, RAMIPRIL, FLUVASTATIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6126446-1
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from GERMANY on Mar 02, 2009. Male patient, 76 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, prophylaxis, hypertension, hypercholesterolaemia and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, renal failure acute, rhabdomyolysis. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID SRT, RAMIPRIL, LOCAL, METOPROLOL SUCCINATE, BERLTHYROX. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6127246-9
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from GERMANY on Mar 02, 2009. Male patient, 76 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, prophylaxis, hypertension, hypercholesterolaemia and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, renal failure acute, rhabdomyolysis. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID SRT, RAMIPRIL, FLUVASTATIN, BELOC ZOK, BERLTHYROX. Patient recovered.


Metformin Side Effects Report #6127251-2
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from GERMANY on Mar 02, 2009. Male patient, 76 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, prophylaxis, hypertension, hypercholesterolaemia and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, renal failure acute, rhabdomyolysis. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID SRT, RAMIPRIL, FLUVASTATIN, BELOC ZOK, BERLTHYROX. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6136465-7
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Mar 12, 2009. Male patient, 76 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, renal failure acute, rhabdomyolysis. Metformin dosage: 1000 MG, BID; ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with GLIMEPIRIDE, BELOC ZOC, BERLTHYROX. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6009088-8
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from NETHERLANDS on Dec 05, 2008. Female patient, 69 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: blood pressure immeasurable, bradycardia, cardiac arrest , coma, continuous haemodiafiltration, hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis, pulse pressure decreased, renal failure. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with FUROSEMIDE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5480477-3
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from GERMANY on Sept 28, 2007. Female patient, 68 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, LANTUS, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM, SIMVASTATIN. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5480586-9
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from GERMANY on Sept 28, 2007. Female patient, 68 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, LANTUS, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM, SIMVASTATIN. Patient recovered.


Metformin Side Effects Report #5485532-X
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from PHILIPPINES on Sept 28, 2007. Female patient, 68 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: decreased appetite, hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: 2550 MG (1 D). During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, LANTUS, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM, SIMVASTATIN. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5933664-1
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from GERMANY on Oct 23, 2008. Male patient, 68 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: anuria, diarrhoea, hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis, renal failure acute, vomiting. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with PRAVACHOL, ZESTORETIC, SOMAC, ZYLORIC, CARDURA, MINDIAB, LASIX, TENORMIN. Patient died.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5907622-7
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from ITALY on Sept 29, 2008. Female patient, 64 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: anuria, blood creatinine increased, hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis. Metformin dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5908330-9
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from ITALY on Oct 03, 2008. Female patient, 64 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: anuria, blood creatinine increased, hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ALLOPURINOL, VERAPAMIL, IRBESARTAN, FUROSEMIDE. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5500117-4
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from INDIA on Oct 12, 2007. Male patient, 56 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: aggression, agitation, confusional state, disorientation, hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: 750 MG, ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with ENALAPRIL MALEATE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.


Metformin Side Effects Report #5614102-5
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from INDIA on Jan 17, 2008. Male patient, 56 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, essential hypertension and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: agitation, confusional state, disorientation, hypoglycaemia, irritability. Metformin dosage: 250 MG AFTER LUNCH AND 500 MG AFTER DINNER. During the same period patient was treated with ENALAPRIL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5941403-3
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from INDIA on Oct 17, 2008. Male patient, 56 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, neuroglycopenia. Metformin dosage: (750 MG TOTAL, 250 MG (AFTER LUNCH); 500 MG (AFTER DINNER) ORAL). During the same period patient was treated with ENALAPRIL MALEATE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6009097-9
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from CANADA on Dec 03, 2008. Male patient, 53 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: abdominal pain , asthenia, blood pressure diastolic decreased, bradycardia, haemodialysis, hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis, pulse absent. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with METOPROLOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5758328-9
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on June 02, 2008. Male patient, 51 years of age, weighting 209.4 lb, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, FLEXERIL, NEXIUM, COMPAZINE, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, LOTREL, LIPITOR, MACROGOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5809561-9
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED KINGDOM on June 23, 2008. Male patient, 50 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, schizophrenia, paranoid type and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, mental disorder, treatment noncompliance, type 2 diabetes mellitus, urinary incontinence , weight decreased. Metformin dosage: 500 MG; ORAL; TWICE A DAY; 1 GM; ORAL; TWICE A DAY. During the same period patient was treated with OLANZAPINE, GLICLAZIDE, ARIPIPRAZOLE, RISPERDAL, ANTIPSYCHOTICS, SIMVASTATIN, AMLODIPINE, PERINDOPRIL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.


Metformin Side Effects Report #6009096-7
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from CANADA on Dec 03, 2008. Male patient, 37 years of age, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: blood pressure systolic increased, body temperature decreased, bradycardia, haemodialysis, haemodynamic instability, hyperlactacidaemia, hypoglycaemia, hypotension, intentional overdose. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLYBURIDE, ATORVASTATIN CALCIUM. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5933078-4
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from DENMARK on June 06, 2006. Male patient was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: abdominal discomfort, abdominal distension, arthralgia, blood glucose increased, dysgeusia, hypoaesthesia, hypoglycaemia, muscle spasms. Metformin dosage: 1000 MG;QD;PO. During the same period patient was treated with ACETAMINOPHEN W, DICLOFENAC, SILDENAFIL CITRATE, SIMVASTATIN. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5683591-2
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from PHILIPPINES on Sept 06, 2007. Female patient, 68 years of age, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: asthenia, hypoglycaemia, oral intake reduced, overdose. Metformin dosage: 2550 MG ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, SIMVASTATIN, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5683845-X
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from PHILIPPINES on Aug 20, 2007. Female patient, 68 years of age, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: asthenia, hypoglycaemia, loss of consciousness, oral intake reduced. Metformin dosage: 2550 MG ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, SIMVASTATIN, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5128023-8
Metformin side effect was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Oct 13, 2006. Male patient, weighting 6.61 lb, was diagnosed with polycystic ovaries and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: 500MG BID PO. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.


Metformin Side Effects Report #5082454-3
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE on Aug 08, 2006. Female patient, 15 years of age, was diagnosed with intentional overdose and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: anxiety , hypoglycaemia, intentional overdose, vomiting. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLIPIZIDE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5092878-6
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from AUSTRALIA on Aug 08, 2006. Female patient, 15 years of age, was diagnosed with intentional overdose and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: anxiety , hyperhidrosis, hypoglycaemia, vomiting. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLIPIZIDE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5101149-0
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from AUSTRALIA on Aug 08, 2006. Female patient, 15 years of age, was diagnosed with intentional overdose and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: anxiety , hyperhidrosis, hypoglycaemia, intentional overdose, vomiting. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLIPIZIDE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5485366-6
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from GERMANY on Oct 04, 2007. Female patient, 51 years of age, was diagnosed with insulin-requiring type ii diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, loss of consciousness, syncope. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, LANTUS, ENALAPRIL MALEATE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5492951-4
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from INDIA on Oct 12, 2007. Female patient, 51 years of age, was diagnosed with insulin-requiring type ii diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, loss of consciousness, syncope. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, LANTUS, ENALAPRIL MALEATE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.


Metformin Side Effects Report #5505031-6
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from INDIA on Oct 23, 2007. Female patient, 51 years of age, was diagnosed with insulin-requiring type ii diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, loss of consciousness, syncope. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, LANTUS, ENALAPRIL MALEATE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5514120-1
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from INDIA on Nov 02, 2007. Female patient, 51 years of age, was diagnosed with insulin-requiring type ii diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, loss of consciousness, syncope. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, LANTUS, ENALAPRIL MALEATE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5739269-X
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on May 09, 2008. Male patient, 51 years of age, weighting 209.4 lb, was diagnosed with insulin-requiring type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, FLEXERIL, NEXIUM, COMPAZINE, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, LOTREL, LIPITOR, MACROGOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5754948-6
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on May 28, 2008. Male patient, 51 years of age, weighting 209.4 lb, was diagnosed with insulin-requiring type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, FLEXERIL, NEXIUM, COMPAZINE, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, LOTREL, LIPITOR, MACROGOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4816540-7
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED KINGDOM on Oct 06, 2005. Female patient, 14 years of age, weighting 88.18 lb, was diagnosed with incorrect dose administered and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: blood albumin increased, blood bicarbonate decreased, bradycardia, convulsion, glasgow coma scale abnormal, hypoglycaemia, hypotension, lactic acidosis. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ATENOLOL, DICLOFENAC. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4822619-6
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED KINGDOM on Oct 06, 2005. Female patient, 14 years of age, weighting 88.18 lb, was diagnosed with incorrect dose administered and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: blood albumin increased, blood bicarbonate decreased, bradycardia, convulsion, glasgow coma scale abnormal, hypoglycaemia, hypotension, lactic acidosis. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ATENOLOL, DICLOFENAC. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5981127-X
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from GERMANY on Nov 27, 2008. Female patient, 33 years of age, was diagnosed with gestational diabetes and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis, pregnancy . Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ETHANOL, COCAINE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5988420-5
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from UNITED KINGDOM on Nov 21, 2008. Female patient, 33 years of age, was diagnosed with gestational diabetes and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: alcohol abuse, anion gap increased, dyspnoea, foetal hypokinesia, heart rate increased, hypoglycaemia, induced labour. Metformin dosage: 500 MG, BID, ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with ETHANOL, COCAINE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6004545-2
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED KINGDOM on Dec 12, 2008. Female patient, 33 years of age, was diagnosed with gestational diabetes and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: dyspnoea, hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis, metabolic acidosis, nausea , pallor. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with COCAINE, ETHANOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient died.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6005410-7
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED KINGDOM on Dec 10, 2008. Female patient, 33 years of age, was diagnosed with gestational diabetes and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: dyspnoea, hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis, metabolic acidosis, nausea , pallor. Metformin dosage: 500 MG, BID. During the same period patient was treated with COCAINE, ETHANOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient died.


Metformin Side Effects Report #6016980-7
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED KINGDOM on Dec 16, 2008. Female patient, 33 years of age, was diagnosed with gestational diabetes and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: dyspnoea, hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis, metabolic acidosis, nausea , pallor, stillbirth. Metformin dosage: 500 MG, BID. During the same period patient was treated with COCAINE, ETHANOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient died.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6022180-7
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED KINGDOM on Dec 11, 2008. Female patient, 33 years of age, was diagnosed with gestational diabetes and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: anion gap increased, hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis, metabolic acidosis, pallor, stillbirth. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with COCAINE, ETHANOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6023684-3
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED KINGDOM on Dec 11, 2008. Female patient, 33 years of age, was diagnosed with gestational diabetes and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis, metabolic acidosis, pallor, stillbirth. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with COCAINE, ETHANOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6024126-4
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED KINGDOM on Dec 11, 2008. Female patient, 33 years of age, was diagnosed with gestational diabetes and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: blood ethanol increased, hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis, metabolic acidosis, pallor, stillbirth. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with COCAINE, ETHANOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5124767-2
Metformin side effect was reported by a Pharmacist from CANADA on Sept 29, 2006. Male patient, 86 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent, cardiovascular disorder and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hepatotoxicity, hypoglycaemia, myocardial infarction, prostate cancer metastatic, renal failure acute. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLYBURIDE, MICARDIS, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZDE, ASPIRIN, AMLODIPINE, AMILORIDE AND HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, DIGOXIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5138194-5
Metformin side effect was reported by a Pharmacist from CANADA on Sept 29, 2006. Male patient, 86 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent, cardiovascular disorder and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hepatotoxicity, hypoglycaemia, myocardial infarction, renal failure acute. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLYBURIDE, MICARDIS, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, ASPIRIN, AMLODIPINE, AMILORIDE AND HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, DIGOXIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5306134-1
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Apr 20, 2007. Female patient, 82 years of age, weighting 138.9 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: confusional state, disease recurrence, hypoglycaemia, urinary tract infection . Metformin dosage: 500MG BREAKFAST + SUPPER. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5005899-6
Metformin side effect was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on May 17, 2006. Male patient, 76 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: 850 MG BID. During the same period patient was treated with INSULIN INSULATARD NPH NORDISK, LISINOPRIL, ROSIGLITAZONE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4644768-8
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from on July 16, 2004. Male patient, 72 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hyperhidrosis, hypoglycaemia, pituitary tumour benign, tremor. Metformin dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4933656-5
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE on Feb 23, 2006. Male patient, 53 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: abdominal pain , asthenia, bradycardia, cardiac arrest , hypoglycaemia, intentional overdose, lactic acidosis, renal failure acute, respiratory failure. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with METOPROLOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.


Metformin Side Effects Report #5306820-3
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Apr 20, 2007. Male patient, 52 years of age, weighting 185.2 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, incorrect dose administered. Metformin dosage: METFORMIN 500MG BREAKFAST. During the same period patient was treated with GLYBURIDE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5224903-3
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from NORWAY on Jan 11, 2007. Female patient, 49 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent, hypertension and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: circulatory collapse, haemodialysis, hyperventilation, hypoglycaemia, hypothermia , incorrect dose administered, lactic acidosis, loss of consciousness, metabolic acidosis. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LOSARTAN POTASSIUM, GLYBURIDE, BICARBONATE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5224940-9
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from NORWAY on Jan 11, 2007. Female patient, 49 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent, hypertension and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: accidental overdose, circulatory collapse, gastroenteritis , hyperventilation, hypoglycaemia, hypothermia , lactic acidosis, loss of consciousness, renal failure. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LOSARTAN POTASSIUM, GLYBURIDE, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5274550-2
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from NORWAY on Mar 06, 2007. Female patient, 49 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: anion gap increased, circulatory collapse, gastroenteritis , haemodialysis, hyperventilation, hypoglycaemia, hypothermia , loss of consciousness. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLIBENCLAMIDE, LOSARTAN POSTASSIUM, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4933652-8
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE on Feb 23, 2006. Male patient, 37 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: arrhythmia , disorientation, hypertension, hypoglycaemia, hypotension, hypothermia , intentional overdose, lactic acidosis, lethargy. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLYBURIDE, ATORVASTATIN CALCIUM. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4705487-2
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from on Dec 15, 2004. Male patient, 13 years of age, weighting 158.7 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: blood glucose increased, convulsion, hypoglycaemia, loss of consciousness, prader-willi syndrome , social avoidant behaviour, tremor. Metformin dosage: 500 MG BID PO. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5232754-9
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Feb 06, 2007. Female patient, weighting 160.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: 1000 MG 2 X A DAY PO. During the same period patient was treated with TRINSICON. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5086914-0
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from DENMARK on Aug 04, 2006. Male patient was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: abdominal distension, arthralgia, blood glucose increased, dysgeusia, hypoaesthesia, hypoglycaemia, muscle spasms, stomach discomfort. Metformin dosage: 1000 MG;QD;PO. During the same period patient was treated with ACETAMINOPHEN W, DICLOFENAC, SILDENAFIL CITRATE, SIMVASTATIN. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4840460-5
Metformin side effect was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Nov 29, 2005. Male patient, weighting 133.4 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: anion gap increased, diabetic ketoacidosis, hypoglycaemia, metabolic acidosis. Metformin dosage: 500 MG 3 TIMES DAILY PO. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5020819-6
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED KINGDOM on May 30, 2006. Male patient, weighting 227.1 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent, sciatica , erectile dysfunction , hyperlipidaemia and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: abdominal distension, blood glucose increased, dysgeusia, hypoaesthesia, hypoglycaemia, muscle spasms, pain , stomach discomfort. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ACETAMINOPHEN W, DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM, SILDENAFIL CITRATE, SIMVASTATIN. Patient recovered.


Metformin Side Effects Report #5332230-9
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from FRANCE on May 15, 2007. Female patient, 81 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus inadequate control, hypertension, irritable bowel syndrome , chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, blood cholesterol increased and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: circulatory collapse, hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLICLAZIDE, PERINDOPRIL, AMITRIPTYLINE, SYMBICORT, SIMVASTIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5332884-7
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from DENMARK on May 10, 2007. Female patient, 81 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus inadequate control and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: circulatory collapse, hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: 500 MG; BID; PO. During the same period patient was treated with GLICLAZIDE, AMITRIPTYLINE, PERINDOPRIL, SIMVASTATIN, SYMBICORT. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5064418-9
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from FRANCE on July 17, 2006. Female patient, 81 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus inadequate control, hypertension, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, blood cholesterol increased and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: circulatory collapse, hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLICLAZIDE, PERINDOPRIL, AMITRIPTYLINE, SYMBICORT, SIMVASTIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5743841-0
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED KINGDOM on May 06, 2008. Female patient, 81 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus inadequate control and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: circulatory collapse, hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: 500MG 1TAB BID-PO. During the same period patient was treated with GLICLAZIDE, AMITRIPTYLINE, PERINDOPRIL, SIMVASTATIN, SYMBICORT. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5931465-1
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED KINGDOM on May 10, 2007. Female patient, 81 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus inadequate control and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: circulatory collapse, hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: 500 MG; BID; PO. During the same period patient was treated with GLICLAZIDE, AMITRIPTYLINE, PERINDOPRIL, SIMVASTATIN, SYMBICORT. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5857779-1
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from GERMANY on Aug 21, 2008. Female patient, 86 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis, renal failure acute. Metformin dosage: TOTAL DOSE:2550MG. During the same period patient was treated with VALSARTAN, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, CLOPIDOGREL BISULPHATE, NITRATES. Patient died.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5247487-2
Metformin side effect was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Feb 23, 2007. Male patient, 84 years of age, weighting 150.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: confusional state, hypoglycaemia, treatment noncompliance. Metformin dosage: 500 MG PO BID. During the same period patient was treated with ROSIGLITAZONE, GLYBURIDE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5303069-5
Metformin side effect was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Apr 12, 2007. Male patient, 83 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, hypertension and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: cardiac failure, hypoglycaemia, hypotension, mental status changes, renal failure acute. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with PRINIVIL, FUROSEMIDE, GLYBURIDE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5070140-5
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED KINGDOM on July 17, 2006. Female patient, 81 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: circulatory collapse, hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: 1000 MG QDAY PO. During the same period patient was treated with GLICLAZIDE, AMITRIPTYLINE, PERINDOPRIL ERBUMINE, SIMVASTATIN, SYMBICORT. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5088504-2
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED KINGDOM on Aug 08, 2006. Female patient, 81 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: circulatory collapse, hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: 500 MG;BID;PO. During the same period patient was treated with GLICLAZIDE, AMITRIPTYLINE, PERINDOPRIL ERBUMINE, SIMVASTATIN, SYMBICORT. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.


Metformin Side Effects Report #5064408-6
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on July 18, 2006. Female patient, 80 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, hypertension, cognitive disorder, hypercholesterolaemia, cardiovascular event prophylaxis, routine health maintenance and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: atrial fibrillation , back pain , chills, dehydration, hyperthyroidism, hypoglycaemia, insomnia, lobar pneumonia, sepsis . Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLYBURIDE, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, DONEPEZIL, GEMFIBROZIL, ASPIRIN, VITAMIN E. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5419503-6
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Aug 17, 2007. Female patient, 79 years of age, weighting 108.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: abdominal pain , atrioventricular block first degree, hypoglycaemia, pulmonary congestion, renal failure, somnolence, splenic artery aneurysm, urinary tract infection . Metformin dosage: 1000MG BID PO. During the same period patient was treated with CELEXA, DIGOXIN, IMDUR, ADVAIR DISKUS, GLIPIZIDE, PRILOSEC, BUMEX, SYNTHROID. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5444286-3
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Sept 04, 2007. Female patient, 79 years of age, weighting 132.5 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: haemodialysis, hypoglycaemia, hypotension, lactic acidosis, nausea , renal failure acute, shock. Metformin dosage: 1000 MG BID PO UNTIL ADMISSION. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4613547-X
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from on Mar 10, 2005. Female patient, 79 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, hypertension, neuromyopathy and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: anorexia, dizziness , dysarthria, hypoglycaemia, nausea , stupor. Metformin dosage: 850 MG, BID. During the same period patient was treated with QUINALAPRIL, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, NITROFURANTOIN, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE, DICLOFENAC T. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5061939-X
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on May 22, 2006. Female patient, 76 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: blood glucose decreased, hypoglycaemia, syncope. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with NOVOLOG, CYMBALTA, LISINOPRIL, LOVASTATIN, EVISTA, VITAMINS. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5679457-4
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from SWEDEN on Mar 11, 2008. Female patient, 76 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: bradycardia, confusional state, fall , hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with METOPROLOL TARTRATE, DAONIL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4561319-7
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from on Dec 30, 2004. Female patient, 76 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, cystitis and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: anaemia, blood creatinine increased, cerebellar ataxia, headache , hyperkalaemia, hypoglycaemia, infection , muscular weakness. Metformin dosage: 2550 MG (850 MG, 3 IN 1 D). During the same period patient was treated with BACTRIM, GLIBENCLAMIDE, COZAAR, NICARDIPINE, SERETIDE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4956481-8
Metformin side effect was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Mar 28, 2006. Male patient, 75 years of age, weighting 154.3 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, renal failure acute. Metformin dosage: 500 MG BID PO. During the same period patient was treated with GLIPIZIDE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5460647-0
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from INDIA on Sept 04, 2007. Female patient, 71 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: haemorrhage intracranial, hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ASPIRIN, NEUROBION NTE, BETAMETHASONE, AMLODIPINE, NIFEDIPINE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5466796-5
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from INDIA on Sept 04, 2007. Female patient, 71 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: haemorrhage intracranial, hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ASPIRIN, NEUROBION NTE, BETAMETHASONE, AMLODIPINE, NIFEDIPINE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5322052-7
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from SWEDEN on Apr 19, 2007. Female patient, 70 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: abdominal pain , hypertension, hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis, loss of consciousness. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with CONTRAST MEDIA, GLYBURIDE. Patient died.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4560983-6
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from on May 03, 2004. Male patient, 70 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLIMEPIRIDE. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4834011-9
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from FRANCE on Nov 10, 2005. Female patient, 70 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, lactic acidosis, overdose, renal failure acute. Metformin dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #6128021-1
Metformin side effect was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Mar 20, 2009. Male patient, 66 years of age, weighting 186.7 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: 500 MG BID PO. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5853840-6
Metformin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from GERMANY on Aug 18, 2008. Female patient, 62 years of age, weighting 149.9 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, hypertension, dyspepsia, anxiety  and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, metabolic acidosis. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ENALAPRIL MALEATE, LANSOPRAZOLE, LANTUS, TRIMIPRAMINE MALEATE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5872390-4
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED KINGDOM on Aug 19, 2008. Female patient, 62 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia, metabolic acidosis. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ENALAPRIL MALEATE, LANSOPRAZOLE, LANTUS. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4595124-2
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from on July 26, 2004. Female patient, 61 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: anion gap increased, blood glucose increased, blood potassium increased, blood pressure decreased, bradycardia, hypoglycaemia, hypotonia, lactic acidosis. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LISINOPRIL, ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID, IBUPROFEN, ATENOLOL, CLOPIDOGREL BISULPHATE, AMLODIPINE, NITRATES, STARLIX. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5161158-2
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from CANADA on Nov 07, 2006. Male patient, 53 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: blood pressure diastolic decreased, bradycardia, cardiac arrest , haemodialysis, hypoglycaemia, intentional overdose, lactic acidosis, renal failure acute, respiratory rate increased. Metformin dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with METOPROLOL TARTRATE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4934846-8
Metformin side effect was reported by a Physician from CANADA on Feb 23, 2006. Male patient, 53 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: abdominal pain , asthenia, bradycardia, cardiac arrest , haemodialysis, hypoglycaemia, hypotension, intentional overdose, lactic acidosis. Metformin dosage: 50000 MG, OVERDOSE. During the same period patient was treated with METOPROLOOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #5139264-8
Metformin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED KINGDOM on Oct 25, 2006. Male patient, 47 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Metformin Side Effects Report #4704461-X
Metformin side effect was reported by a Pharmacist from on June 30, 2005. Male patient, 45 years of age, weighting 156.5 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with Metformin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: hypoglycaemia. Metformin dosage: 500 MG QHS ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with GLYBURIDE, BNETROPINE, LISINOPRIL, PROPRANOLOL, ZANTAC, GABAPENTIN, ALBUTEROL, IPRATROPIUM INHALER. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.