Metformin Use During Chemotherapy

Hello iam leboria and yes iam taking metformin how u doing on them if u dont mind me asking.

I haven’t started yet. My oncologist is reluctant to prescribe anything that is not in the standard treatments. So I was curious how others are doing with the combination in hopes to convince my oncologist to prescribe it to me

I had done some literature review, and it seems at this time it is still inconclusive whether there is really any benefit. Real word studies do not confirm it can definitely treat cancer. It may reduce the risk of cancer and which cancers and it may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer. My husband uses it for type 2 diabetes and he gets brain fog from the med.

Thank you for the additional info Glenda. I am just willing to try anything to kick this MBC off my body!

Banu M. I think we all would. I don't feel like I don't want to take more meds or herbs than I already do that haven't been confirmed or tested in humans. I have enough side effects. I don't need more. Might consider a trial when or if my disease progresses. It's sometimes so hard to know what the best thing is.

Anyone have their dose of Kisqali reduced from 600mg to 400mg? And how is it going for you?

Hi Jenny, I I had Kisqali reduced to 400 for 3 weeks and my liver functions are still to high. I am off of it completely for almost 2 weeks now and I am having a pet scan tomorrow after 3 months of treatment. Blood work again on Monday

Many patients in metastatic breast cancer communities discuss combining different medications during treatment, and it's great that you're reaching out to connect with others who might have similar experiences. This kind of medication combination question is definitely something to discuss thoroughly with your oncology team, as they can provide guidance based on your specific treatment plan and medical history.