PPP 150 - Metformin Myths with Karl Winckel

Celebrating our 150th episode with pharmacist Karl Winckel from Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane! Listen in as Kristin and Nat ask Karl to dispel some myths about metformin.

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Risk of fatal and nonfatal lactic acidosis with metformin use in type 2 diabetes mellitus (Review)

Hospitalization for Lactic Acidosis Among Patients With Reduced Kidney Function Treated With Metformin or Sulfonylureas

Risk of Fatal and Nonfatal Lactic Acidosis With Metformin Use in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Chapter 12: Assessing Drug Safety Assessment: Metformin Associated Lactic Acidosis