I recently seem to have a rash on both arms and have not changed any meds. My dosage is 2,000 of metformin and 23 units of Lantus at night.
Can you develop an allergic reaction to Metformin after being on the medication for 9 months?
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- 7 Oct 2010 by new to diabetes
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- lantus, allergic reactions, skin rash, metformin, dosage
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8 Oct 2010
It is usually unlikely although both Metformin & Lantus have reported allergic reactions such as rashes, if the side effects are too bothersome, it would be recommended to talk to the doc/pharmacist who prescribed the med, he/she might change or alter the dose. Take care, be well & safe.
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