×
Choose Speciality

EXPLORE!

LOGIN

Metformin Revisited

  893 Views

Prof Hemraj Chandalia, Mumbai    26 November 2018

  1. Metformin is in extensive use since 1950s in India and other countries. It was introduced in the USA in 1995. The treatment algorithm of type 2 diabetes recommends its use after failure of lifestyle modification. More importantly, it continues to be used with a 2 or 3 drug oral antidiabetic drugs (OAD) regime, as well as insulin therapy.
  2. New uses of metformin include: Gestational diabetes (GDM), polycystic ovarian syndrome, improving gut flora and adjunct in cancer therapy.
  3. There are newer insights into the mechanism of action of metformin and genesis of its side effects and formulations, which could potentially mitigate the side effects.

To comment on this article,
create a free account.

Sign Up to instantly get access to 10000+ Articles & 1000+ Cases

Already registered?

Login Now

Most Popular Articles

News and Updates

eMediNexus provides latest updates on medical news, medical case studies from India. In-depth medical case studies and research designed for doctors and healthcare professionals.