Metformin

[Davet]

Any feedback on this one would be appreciated.

I have been reading up on Metformin as an off label anti aging product and thinking of adding it to my protocol.
In theory it helps with insulin resistance which would help maintain body composition (and has anti cancer benefits as well.)
Its the body composition which interests me because as we age the cells aren't so receptive and don't take in glycogen as efficiently as a younger body which stops us older guys maintaining that fuller look.

Just wondered if any other members were running this as an off label product.

Dave t

 

[Vince]

I use metformin because I'm insurlin resistant, and all the other great health benefits.

 

[Leesto]

What Vince said. I take 2000 mg per day to combat insulin resistance and for the many other benefits.

 

[CoastWatcher]

Metformin has been discussed on this site many, many times. Plug the term into the search box and you'll see multiple threads that can offer you insight.

 

[Hoosier52]

I started Metformin this month in hopes of lowering my HCT. I take 250mg twice a day. I think it's working because I don't feel the effects of HBP like I did before - no flushed face, heart pounding or headaches. I'm also eating half a grapefruit each morning. My next labs in a couple months will tell the tale.

 

[Nelson Vergel]

I take 500 mg twice per day. I do not have insulin resistance or high blood sugar. I took it because of these benefits and discovered that my gut issues got better. The only bad thing is that I can lose weight and lean body mass fast on Metformin.

http://www.thebody.com/Forums/AIDS/Nutrition/Q245551.html

A new study explores anti-aging properties of metformin

https://www.excelmale.com/forum/showthread.php?3435...metformin

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Research has found that metformin targets the chemicals produced by age- related senescent cells—normal cells that stop dividing and ...

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Metformin and Testosterone [Archive] - ExcelMale.com

https://www.excelmale.com/archive/index.php/t-8907.html

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[TD="class: gsc-table-cell-snippet-close"]You would probably want the ER metformin if you was to get it. If your not on a low carb diet you could try it and it would probably correct the ...

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Metformin

https://www.excelmale.com/tags.php?tag=metformin

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Results 1 - 9 of 9 ... Metformin reduces exhaustion of immune cells in HIV+ people on HIV meds ... Metformin: Are you taking it and what has your experience been?

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where to buy metformin without a script [Archive] - ExcelMale.com

https://www.excelmale.com/archive/index.php/t-4002.html

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[TD="class: gsc-table-cell-snippet-close"]I have a script from my preventive doctor, who is a firm belever in the benefits metformin. My girlfriend's doctor is not, so for her I'm looking for ...

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Can Metformin help me lose weight?

https://www.excelmale.com/forum/showthread.php?1950...Metformin...

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Hi everyone, My name is Paul. I am a 48 year old male, 120kg (264 pounds) HIV+ since 2003. HIV is fine and undetectable. My endocrine ...

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A new study explores anti-aging properties of metformin [Archive ...

https://www.excelmale.com/archive/index.php/t-3435.html

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Metformin-interesting read [Archive] - ExcelMale.com

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[TD="class: gsc-table-cell-snippet-close"]But very interesting read! http://www.inquisitr.com/2599362/diabetes-drug- metformin-could-increase-human-lifespan-to-120-years/

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Testosterone Replacement Enhances the Effects of Metformin on ...

https://www.excelmale.com/archive/index.php/t-5714.html

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[rhino5169]

Makes me eat like a gorilla

 

[Daniel Williams]

Metformin Dosage

Hi everyone. I've been reading this forum for about 6 months now. Just decided to register and make my first post. I recently started on Metformin to help with insulin resistance and weight loss. I am currently taking 500mg ER once per day. I don't notice any side effects and I feel fine. I suspect that 500mg ER once per day is a bit on the low side. I'm always interested in optimal dosages when taking meds so I am going to bump up to 500mg ER two times per day (1000 mg total per day). I am hoping this will help me maximize benefits. Do any of you notice benefits when going higher than 1000mg per day? I've read that 2000mg per day is a good maintenance dosage but that seems a bit high for me, and probably better suited for individuals with serious type II diabetes.

I see Nelson Vergel posts here regularly so this must be the place to be for TRT.