Metformin improves how your body responds to insulin and reduces glucose production by the liver. It’s one of the most extensively studied medications in modern medicine and is frequently used alongside GLP-1 therapies or on its own to support healthier blood sugar and metabolic function.
500–2000mg
TYPICAL DAILY DOSE RANGE
1–2x Daily
TYPICAL INJECTION FREQUENCY
8–12 wks
TO FIRST FOLLOW-UP LABS
Benefits Members Report
Improved Insulin Sensitivity
Helps your body use insulin more effectively.
Complements Weight Loss Therapy
Often paired with GLP-1 medications for members with insulin resistance.
Supports Healthy Blood Sugar
A well-studied option for managing glucose levels within a normal range.
Decades of Safety Data
One of the most widely prescribed and researched medications available.
Myth vs. Fact
Myth
“Metformin is only for people who already have diabetes.”
Fact
It’s also prescribed for prediabetes, PCOS, and insulin resistance as a preventive and metabolic support tool.
Myth
“It causes significant weight loss on its own.”
Fact
Metformin’s weight effect is typically modest; it primarily supports insulin sensitivity rather than acting as a weight-loss drug.
Myth
“You can stop as soon as your labs look better.”
Fact
Your provider determines the appropriate duration based on your metabolic profile — stopping abruptly should be discussed first.
How Your Dose Is Determined
1
Baseline Labs
Bloodwork, including kidney function, confirms metformin is safe and appropriate for you.
2
Starting Dose
Treatment typically begins at a low dose to minimize GI side effects, taken with food.
3
Follow-Up & Adjustment
Labs are repeated at 8–12 weeks to confirm improvement and adjust your dose as needed.