Hi, advice sort

[jtg1964]

Hi
Im new joined today.Ive just been diagnosed diabetic. I accidentally chewed my metformin slow release this morning...no no I know now. Feeling nausea...wondered if anyone has done the same?

 

[rebrascora]

The only reason why you don't chew them is because the coating protects your stomach. Presumably the reason why you are on slow release is because the regular Metformin upset your stomach or lower digestive system, so you will likely experience the same as if you had taken regular Metformin.
It won't poison you or anything, but you will have breached the protective coating which makes them easier of your digestive system.

 

[jtg1964]

The only reason why you don't chew them is because the coating protects your stomach. Presumably the reason why you are on slow release is because the regular Metformin upset your stomach or lower digestive system, so you will likely experience the same as if you had taken regular Metformin.
It won't poison you or anything, but you will have breached the protective coating which makes them easier of your digestive system.

Thank you Barbara. Im on omeprazole so that will help .It was my first dose...just didntvthink to be honest as i always crush my pills. So long as i havent caused a problem to myself. Thank you forcthat reassurance.

 

[Bruce Stephens]

So long as i havent caused a problem to myself.

No, the whole thing is obviously safe to eat! Just probably not that pleasant (like many pills) and won't be slow acting as @rebrascora explains.