Can I Take These?

Can You Take Caffeine and Metformin Together?

No documented interaction was identified between caffeine and metformin in the sources reviewed.

No documented interaction identifiedEvidence: Moderate

What the interaction means

MedlinePlus's caffeine page does not mention metformin. Metformin's own FDA label does not mention caffeine.

No documented interaction was identified in the authoritative sources reviewed. This is not a guarantee that no interaction exists for every dose, formulation, or individual -- it means the sources checked did not document one.

Practical context

Both substances' own current authoritative sources were checked directly, full text, in both directions.

What the sources say

Caffeine — MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of MedicineMetformin Hydrochloride Tablets, USP — FDA Prescribing Information — Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc. (via DailyMed, U.S. National Library of Medicine)

Last reviewed 2026-08-23

Medical information disclaimer: this information is general and educational. It does not diagnose conditions, prescribe treatment, or determine whether a combination is safe for you personally. Follow your prescription label and ask a pharmacist or clinician before starting, stopping, or combining products. Full disclaimer.

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