Hispanic/Latino Cultural Norms There are some norms that are common among all Hispanic/Latino cultures. Below are examples of a few of those norms and ways to improve communication with the communities you serve. CHART NOTE Understanding cultural norms is an important part of communication.
Increased appetite has not been documented as a side effect of metformin. Although metformin may cause weight loss, it is important for you to continue to eat healthy and increase your activity level as part of treating your condition.
Symptoms of lactic acidosis include weakness, sleepiness, slow heart beat, feeling cold, muscle pain, shortness of breath, loss of consciousness, etc. Although metformin does not directly cause kidney damage, the patients who have kidney damage and or kidney disease should not use the medicine. Another significant complication of metformin is Acute Kidney Failure. Gastrointestinal problems such as, significant diarrhea or vomiting commonly occur in people who are taking metformin therapy when there is underlying chronic kidney disease. It can lead to severe dehydration and acute renal failure.