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metformin

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[met-fawr-min] / mɛtˈfɔr mɪn /

noun

Pharmacology.
  1. an oral drug, C 4 H 11 N 5 , used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, often in combination with repaglinide.


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"We looked into the brain as it is widely recognized as a key regulator of whole-body glucose metabolism. We investigated whether and how the brain contributes to the anti-diabetic effects of metformin."

From Science Daily

For instance, metformin has shown encouraging results in lowering the risk of colorectal and liver cancers, while its role in breast cancer remains unclear.

From Science Daily

The reason metformin dampens exercise benefits is still being investigated.

From Science Daily

Beyond diabetes control, research has explored metformin's potential benefits in weight management, heart health, and even aging, although its primary role remains in helping people with type 2 diabetes maintain stable blood sugar levels.

From Science Daily

During the four months she took metformin she suffered with stomach issues and dizziness and still feels stressed.

From BBC