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2. Metformin - Wikipedia

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   Metformin inhibits cyclic AMP production, blocking the action of glucagon, and thereby reducing fasting glucose levels. [116] Metformin also induces a profound shift in the faecal microbial community profile in diabetic mice, and this may contribute to its mode of action possibly through an effect on glucagon-like peptide-1 secretion. [107]

3. 7 Benefits of Metformin (Including Weight Loss) - AOL

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   Side effects of metformin are typically mild and include GI (gastrointestinal) issues like gas, diarrhea or bloating. However, the FDA warns against using metformin if you have kidney disease or a ...

4. When Is the Best Time to Take Metformin? - AOL

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   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.

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

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   Metformin is a biguanide. ... Tirzepatide is a dual-action injection known as a GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist. ... no medication is without side effects. The most common side effects of GLP-1 ...

6. Diabetes medication - Wikipedia

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   Diabetes medications have four main mechanisms of action: [citation needed] Insulin sensitization: Increased sensitivity of insulin receptors on cells leading to decreased insulin resistance, and higher effects of insulin on blood glucose levels. Stimulation of beta cells: This stimulation increases insulin secretion from beta cells of pancreas.

7. Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor - Wikipedia

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   In the colon, bacteria will digest the complex carbohydrates, thereby causing gastrointestinal side effects such as flatulence and diarrhea. Since these effects are dose-related, it is generally advised to start with a low dose and gradually increase the dose to the desired amount. Pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis is another reported side ...

8. Why Doctors Are Calling This Common Medication a "Wonder Drug"

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   Metformin is a safe, effective and cheap, and is showing it has promise for longevity, long Covid, weight control and other issues. ... “As long as you have good renal function, the side effects ...

9. Pioglitazone/metformin - Wikipedia

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   The most common side-effects are upper respiratory tract infection, diarrhea, combined edema/peripheral edema and headache, respectively. Most clinical adverse events were similar between groups treated with pioglitazone in combination with metformin and those treated with pioglitazone monotherapy. [medical citation needed]