A patient has an increased lactate level.After reviewing the patient's medical record, which medication should a nurse suspect as contributing factor?
A)Digoxin (Lanoxin)
B)Hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL, Microzide)
C)Metformin (Glucophage)
D)Warfarin (Coumadin)

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Metformin, a medication commonly used for diabetes, is known to cause an increase in lactate levels as a side effect. Digoxin, hydrochlorothiazide, and warfarin do not typically cause an increase in lactate levels.

A Patient Has an Increased Lactate Level