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2. Sulfonylurea - Wikipedia

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   Sulfonylureas – as opposed to metformin, the thiazolidinediones, pramlintide and other newer treatments – may induce hypoglycemia as a result of excesses in insulin production and release. Hypoglycemia appears to happen more often with sulfonylureas than compared to other treatments. [ 17 ]

3. Metformin - Wikipedia

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   Combined metformin and sulfonylurea therapy did appear to lead to a higher risk of hypoglycemia. [213] Metformin is available combined with the sulfonylureas glipizide (Metaglip) and glibenclamide (US: glyburide) (Glucovance). Generic formulations of metformin/glipizide and metformin/glibenclamide are available (the latter is more popular). [214]

4. 6 Benefits of Taking Metformin (Besides Weight Loss) - AOL

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   In one study, type 2 diabetes patients showed a “significant reduction” in a cardiovascular composite when treated with metformin compared to those treated with sulfonylurea, another popular ...

5. Glimepiride - Wikipedia

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   Glimepiride is an antidiabetic medication within the sulfonylurea class, primarily prescribed for the management of type 2 diabetes. [1] [2] It is regarded as a second-line option compared to metformin, due to metformin's well-established safety and efficacy. [1]

6. How Long Will It Take to Lose Weight on Metformin?

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   People on sulfonylureas, for example, may need to take a lower dose if they take metformin as the combo can increase the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). KucherAV/istockphoto

7. Are Diabetes Drugs Really Safe (& Reliable) for Weight Loss?

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   5. Metformin. Metformin — a biguanide — is an oral diabetes medication that helps keep blood sugar in check by causing the liver to produce less glucose. It was approved by the FDA in 1994 for ...