Metformin

Brand Name: Fortamet, Glucophage, Glumetza,

Drug Class: Anti-diabetic (biguanide)

FDA Category: Prescription Medication

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How it works:

Decreases hepatic glucose production, decreases GI glucose absorption

Dosage Form: Tablet Tablet (IR) - 500mg, 850mg, 1000mg , Tablet (ER) - 500mg, 750mg, 1000mg , Oral solution - 100mg/mL , Oral suspension (ER) - 500mg/5mL

Common Usage: Type II diabetes mellitus

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Pregnancy

Agents other than metformin are currently recommended to treat diabetes mellitus in during pregnancy (ADA 2022). Metformin may be considered for the treatment of gestational diabetes mellitus in patients who cannot safely or effectively use insulin

Lactation

According to the manufacturer, the decision to breastfeed during therapy should consider the risk of infant exposure, the benefits of breastfeeding to the infant, and the benefits of treatment to the mother.

Warnings

"Black Box Warning: Lactic acidosis ; Contraindicated: Hypersensitivity Warnings: Renal impairment, hepatic impairment, bariatric surgery, stress-related events,"

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