Description
Metformin is an antidiabetic drug and belongs to the biguanide group of oral hypoglycemics. This compound is the first-line drug in the management of type 2 diabetes. Along with lowering blood glucose levels, it also lowers cholesterol and harmful lipid levels in the body. However, the most significant advantage of this drug over other oral hypoglycemics is that it is not associated with weight gain.
BASIC INFO.:
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- CAS number: 657-24-9
- Name: Metformin.
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- Specifications: A biguanide oral hypoglycemic drug for use in type 2 diabetes.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:
- Treatment and Function: It is the first-line drug in managing type 2 diabetes as it lowers blood glucose levels.
- Physical Form: White Powder
- Medicine Type: Human Drugs.
- Ingredients: Metformin API.
- Recommended for: Type 2 Diabetic People.
- Storage: Close it in a tightly closed container and store ata temperature of 2-8℃.
USES:
The most important application of metformin is in managing type 2 diabetes. It lowers blood glucose levels and increases insulin sensitivity. In addition, it is used in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome to enhance fertility and ovulation. Metformin is also shown to increase the rate of live births in women suffering from PCOS. Various researches are going on to prove this action. Furthermore, diabetes can be well managed in pregnancy using metformin, as research shows that it is safe to be used during pregnancy.
Sometimes, people who consume drugs like olanzapine gain weight; metformin is recommended to be used in such cases as it helps lose weight.
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION:
The IUPAC name for metformin is 3-(diaminomethylidene)-1,1-dimethylguanidine. The molecular formula for this drug is C4H11N5.
PRODUCT APPLICATION:
Metformin is the most effective antidiabetic drug. It exerts its action in multiple ways; it inhibits the synthesis of glucose in the liver and limits glucose absorption from the gut. This lowers blood glucose levels. Additionally, it increases insulin sensitivity which further lowers the blood glucose levels by making good use of the blood glucose in generating energy. Such actions make it an effective agent in managing type 2 diabetes and lowering drug-induced weight gain.
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
- Melting Point – 223-226℃
- Density – 1.3±0.1g/cm3
- Form – Powder.
- HS Code – 29252990
- Color – White.
- Molecular Weight – 129.167g/mol
- Solubility – Soluble in water.