no there isn't. metformin is a prescription medication that reduces the production of glucose (sugar) by the liver. there is no over-the-counter equivalent to this drug. metformin is prescribed mainly to people with type 2 diabetes to help control their blood sugar levels. if you have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and your healthcare provider has prescribed metformin for you it's very important you take it as prescribed. if cost is a problem for you talk to your healthcare provider about this issue. your provider or diabetes educator may be able to work with you on other ways to help control your blood sugar such as through exercise and diet. usually metformin is used in combination with lifestyle changes so if you're not already exercising and following a diabetes diet you can possibly reduce your need for medications like metformin by working harder on these lifestyle changes. webmd offers a very active and supportive type 2 diabetes community to help you get your diabetes under control. i encourage you to check it out! i wish you all the best!
is there an over the counter drug similar to metformin?