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1. (noun) metformin, Glucophage
an antidiabetic drug (trade name Glucophage) prescribed to treat type II diabetes

Definition of 'metformin'

U.S. National Library of Medicine

1. metformin
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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