Is Metformin a viable treatment for patients with heart failure and what are the safety and efficacy considerations in this population?
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Metformin is generally safe for heart failure patients and can improve outcomes, but it must be used cautiously due to potential lactic acidosis risk.
Though traditionally avoided in heart failure due to lactic acidosis fears, metformin is now considered safe under careful medical supervision.
Recent studies show metformin can be beneficial in heart failure patients, reducing mortality and hospitalization rates, though monitoring for kidney function is crucial.