METFORMIN
\mˈɛtfɔːmˌɪn], \mˈɛtfɔːmˌɪn], \m_ˈɛ_t_f_ɔː_m_ˌɪ_n]\
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By Princeton University
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A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289)
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