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metformin
<chemical> A biguanide hypoglycaemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves improves glycaemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose.

Pharmacological action: hypoglycaemic agents.

Chemical name: Imidodicarbonimidic diamide, N,N-dimethyl-