Metformin contraindications

List of contraindications
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Renal disease or renal dysfunction
Renal disease or renal dysfunction (e.g., as suggested by serum creatinine levels 1.5 mg/dL [males], 1.4 mg/dL [females] or abnormal creatinine clearance) which may also result from conditions such as cardiovascular collapse (shock), acute myocardial infarction, and septicemia. Return to top

Congestive heart failure
Metformin is contraindicated in patients with congestive heart failure requiring pharmacologic treatment. Return to top

Hypersensitivity to metformin hydrochloride
Metformin is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to metformin hydrochloride. Return to top

Acute or chronic metabolic acidosis
Metformin is contraindicated in patients with acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis, with or without coma. Diabetic ketoacidosis should be treated with insulin. Return to top

Intravascular administration of iodinated
Metformin should be temporarily discontinued in patients undergoing radiologic studies involving intravascular administration of iodinated contrast materials, because use of such products may result in acute alteration of renal function. Return to top