Boss Tip Unlocked

Metformin can **reduce sugar absorption in the gut**—one reason some people get diarrhea when starting it.

• 🍽️ Take **with food**
• ⬆️ **Start low, go slow** on dose
• ↪️ Consider **extended-release (ER)** if GI issues persist

Symptoms usually ease in **1–3 weeks**. If severe or ongoing, check in with your care team.