*Welcome to the OutUK series looking at gay men and their health brought to you in association with the NHS* website.**
	Each week we'll tackle a different topic in our A to Z of Gay Health. We'll have features and advice on everything from relationships, sexual health, mental and physical conditions and how to stay fit. You can follow any of links provided below for more information direct from the NHS website, or see this week's feature L: Laxatives.

Who Can And Cannot Take Metformin

Who can take metformin

Most adults and children aged 10 years and older can take metformin.

Metformin is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor before starting the medicine if you:

You may need to stop taking metformin before having surgery and certain medical tests. Tell your doctor if you need to have:

a test such as an X-ray or scan involving the injection of a dye that contains iodine into your blood
surgery where you'll be put to sleep (given a general anaesthetic)

OutUK's A to Z of Gay Health continues and you can read this week's feature L: Laxatives. We have covered many subjects in this series and you can catch up with all of our Previous A to Z Features. If you want to find out more about this particular topic you can visit the Original article on the NHS website. If you are worried by any aspect of your health make sure you go and see your doctor or book an appointment at your local clinic.
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