Metformin ER
A long-established prescription medication your provider may include in a longevity plan.
- One extended-release tablet a day
- 3-month supply
Card authorized at checkout. Charged only if a provider approves.
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Metformin ER is a prescription drug that contains metformin. It is FDA-approved to treat type 2 diabetes; using it as part of a longevity plan is off-label. It can rarely cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. Do not use it if you have severe kidney disease. See Important Safety Information.
The short version.
What is Metformin ER?
Metformin extended-release 500 mg, a once-daily tablet.
What makes Metformin ER different?
It is one of the most widely studied medications in longevity research. Its FDA-approved use is for type 2 diabetes; use for longevity is off-label.
How much does Metformin ER cost?
Starting at $33/mo with the 3-month supply ($99 billed every 3 months). No membership fee.
Three simple
steps.
Get prescribed
Complete a secure online visit, and a licensed provider reviews your health history.
Take one a day
Take it with your evening meal, swallowed whole.
Check in
Your provider follows how you feel and adjusts your plan.
From your phone
to your door.
Your card is authorized at checkout, but you are only charged if a provider approves your treatment.
Complete a short online visit with a few health questions
Hear from your provider
Most orders arrive within a few business days of approval, with tracking sent when your order ships
Begin treatment, with your care team a message away
Find the
right fit.
Your provider confirms which option is appropriate for you.
| Treatment | What it is | Price |
|---|---|---|
| MIC-B12 Injection | Methionine + inositol + choline + B12 · injection | $110/moBilled monthly · ships monthly |
| B12 Injection | Methylcobalamin B12 · 3-month supply | Starting at $99.67/moBilled $299 every 3 months · 3-month supply |
| Lipo + B6 Injection | Lipotropic blend + vitamin B6 · injection | Starting at $99.67/moBilled $299 every 3 months · 3-month supply (or $125 monthly) |
| Metformin ER | Metformin ER 500 mg · daily tablet | Starting at $33/moBilled $99 every 3 months · 3-month supply |
Questions, answered.
Will it upset my stomach?
Stomach upset is the most common side effect, and taking it with food and the extended-release form both help.
Is it proven to extend lifespan?
No. It's being studied, but there's no proof yet that it extends lifespan in healthy people.
Can I drink alcohol?
Avoid heavy drinking, which raises the risk of side effects.
Do I need a prescription?
Yes. Complete a short online visit to see if this treatment is right for you. A licensed provider reviews your answers and decides whether it's appropriate to prescribe.
Who makes the treatment decision?
Licensed providers make all consultation and prescribing decisions. Purchasing does not guarantee a prescription. Prescriptions are issued only after a licensed provider reviews your information and determines that treatment is appropriate.
What the research says.
The studies discussed here may involve different formulations, doses, delivery methods, or patient populations from the treatment offered. They do not establish the safety or effectiveness of this specific compounded product. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved; FDA does not review their safety, effectiveness, or quality before marketing.
Metformin as Anti-Aging Therapy: Is It for Everyone?
What was studied. A review of research on metformin and aging.
What researchers found. Researchers are studying metformin for its effects on aging; human aging research is exploratory.
How it relates to this treatment. This is not proof of lifespan extension in healthy people. The Diabetes Prevention Program used 1,700 mg/day in people with prediabetes, a different dose and purpose.
“Metformin as Anti-Aging Therapy: Is It for Everyone?” 2019.
What to know before starting Metformin ER.
Other ways
we can help.
Metformin ER is a prescription drug that contains metformin. It is FDA-approved to treat type 2 diabetes; using it as part of a longevity plan is off-label. It can rarely cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. Do not use it if you have severe kidney disease.
We serve patients in 46 states. We do not currently provide services in Alaska, Mississippi, New Jersey or Texas. Availability can vary by product, depending on whether the dispensing pharmacy is licensed to ship to your state.
Licensed providers make all consultation and prescribing decisions. Purchasing does not guarantee a prescription. Prescriptions are issued only after a licensed provider reviews your information and determines that treatment is appropriate. Your card is authorized at checkout, but you are only charged if a provider approves your treatment.