Metformin
Facts
:
Assess renal functioning
(creatinine and BUN) before starting
Inhibits gluconeogenesis
Increases peripheral sensitivity to insulin
Indications
:
DM II management
Side Effects
:
Weight loss (ONLY antidiabetic drug)
Lactic acidosis
Notes
:
Contraindicated in elderly
July 24th 2010
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