Type 2

[ImNotDancing]

I have type 2 diabetes managed by diet and metformin. I’m not sure if I’m meant to tell the dvla or not? My nurse said yes but the leaflet she gave me says no?

 

[grovesy]

You could ring them to see but Metformin is not a drug associated with causing hypos.

 

[adrian1der]

Have a look at leaflet INF188/2

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/795538/inf188x2-information-for-drivers-with-diabetes-treated-by-non-insulin.pdf

As I read it unless you are at risk of hypo (not metformin) or have complications involving your eyes or loss of feeling in your feet, you don't need to tell them

 

[Vonny]

Hi @ImNotDancing, I am a T2 on metformin and haven't informed DVLA. One of the nurses I work with tells me metformin doesn't cause hypos and I've certainly never had one. Reading on this forum makes me realise how lucky I am to be a stable T2.

 

[everydayupsanddowns]

Yes I’m sure Metformin is not on the list of meds that require you to notify the DVLA, so you should be fine.

 

[grovesy]

Yes I’m sure Metformin is not on the list of meds that require you to notify the DVLA, so you should be fine.

No they are not.