Definitions for glucophage
glu·cophage

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1. metformin, Glucophagenoun

   an antidiabetic drug (trade name Glucophage) prescribed to treat type II diabetes

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1. glucophage

   Metformin, sold under the brand name Glucophage, among others, is the main first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in people who are overweight. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. It is not associated with weight gain and is taken by mouth. It is sometimes used as an off-label adjunct to lessen the risk of metabolic syndrome in people who take antipsychotics.Metformin is generally well tolerated. Common adverse effects include diarrhea, nausea, and abdominal pain. It has a small risk of causing low blood sugar. High blood lactic acid level is a concern if the medication is used in overly large doses or prescribed in people with severe kidney problems. It is not recommended in those with significant liver disease. Metformin is a biguanide antihyperglycemic agent. It works by decreasing glucose production in the liver, increasing the insulin sensitivity of body tissues, and increasing GDF15 secretion, which reduces appetite and caloric intake.Metformin was discovered in 1922. French physician Jean Sterne began the study in humans in the 1950s. It was introduced as a medication in France in 1957 and the United States in 1995. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. Metformin is the most widely used medication for diabetes taken by mouth. It is available as a generic medication. In 2020, it was the third most-commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 92 million prescriptions.

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1. glucophage

   Glucophage is a brand name for the drug metformin, which is an oral medication used to control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. It works by decreasing the amount of sugar the liver produces and the intestines absorb, and improving the body's sensitivity to insulin.

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