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Metformin is a prescription medication used to treat high blood sugar in those with type 2 diabetes who are resistant to the effects of insulin. It’s in a class of drugs known as biguanides.
Metformin is a pleiotropic drug, with extensive off-target activity beyond its antidiabetic effect. Much of this has been attributed to its action on AMPK, although other mechanisms have been proposed. [221] [222] Metformin has been studied for its effects on multiple other conditions, including: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease [223] [224] [225]
Prepare for potential side effects. Taking metformin may cause unpleasant side effects like diarrhea, nausea, and an upset stomach. Taking it with food can reduce the risk.
It contains empagliflozin and metformin hydrochloride. [4] [5] It is taken by mouth. [4] [5] The most common side effects include hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar levels) when the medicine is taken with a sulphonylurea or insulin, infections of the urinary tract and genitals, and increased urination. [5]
Okay thanks for the explanation. I also found the following article "Metformin and serious adverse effects - The Medical Journal of Australia" and a more recent one Metformin and lactic acidosis in an Australian community setting: the Fremantle Diabetes Study which may need to be add if relevant. 02:32, 14 May 2009 (UTC)
Diarrhea is a well-known side effect of metformin. Learn more about why this gut-related side effect happens and how to manage it. Skip to main content. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: ...
Adverse effects, like therapeutic effects of drugs, are a function of dosage or drug levels at the target organs, so they may be avoided or decreased by means of careful and precise pharmacokinetics, the change of drug levels in the organism in function of time after administration. Adverse effects may also be caused by drug interaction. This ...
2. Alleviates Hunger. Metformin improves how well your cells respond to insulin. This helps regulate your blood sugar levels and manage spikes in insulin that can trigger hunger and food cravings.