Metformin is a drug used to treat type 2 diabetes. It belongs to a class of drugs known as biguanides and works primarily by improving insulin sensitivity, decreasing hepatic glucose production (the amount of glucose produced by the liver), and enhancing glucose uptake and utilization by peripheral tissues, particularly muscle. It is often prescribed as a first-line treatment for type 2 diabetes and can be used alone or in combination with other antidiabetic medications. It is typically taken orally in Read More...
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