Metformin Pregnancy Category. This agent helps reduce LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels and is not associated with weight gain and prevents the cardiovascular complications of diabetes. Metformin and drugs in that category will help your body better metabolize that food so that insulin levels will be able to stay more in line Metformin aims to decrease glucose production in the liver consequently lowering the levels of glucose in the bloodstream.
A limited amount of data from the use of metformin in pregnant women does not. Metformin is associated with a very low incidence of lactic acidosis. 28 minor drug interactions 283 brand and generic names.
To locate the generic name of your medication look for the Active Ingredient listed on your medication bottle or packaging.
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. Glipizidemetformin is classified as FDA pregnancy risk category C animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks. Diabetes Gestational diabetes mellitus sometimes referred to as GDM is a form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome It is not associated with weight gain.