Metformin, the world's most prescribed anti-diabetic drug, explained
Metformin remains the first-line treatment for type 2 diabetes globally, thanks to its effectiveness and tolerability.
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The fact
The medication works by reducing glucose production in the liver and improving insulin sensitivity in cells.
Its mechanisms of action make it a therapeutic cornerstone despite the emergence of newer treatments.
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