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Metformin (inn; Trade Names Glucophage, Glucophage Xr, Riomet, Fortamet, Glumetza, Obimet, Dianben, Diabex, Diaformin, And Others) (pronounced /mtfrmn/) Is An Oral Anti-diabetic Drug From The Biguanide Class. It Is The First-line Drug For The Treatment Of Type 2 Diabetes, Particularly In Overweight And Obese People And Those With Normal Kidney Function,[1][2][3] And Evidence Suggests It May Be The Best Choice For People With Heart Failure.[4] It Is Also Used In The Treatment Of Polycystic Ov ...

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Riomet Metformin Hydrochloride

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Glyburide + Metformin

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