# Metformin Hcl (Glucophage)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/metformin-hcl
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Metformin Hcl?

Metformin Hcl (brand name: Glucophage) is a biguanide. It is prescribed to treat diabetes mellitus, type 2. Across the United States, 255,000 doctors prescribe Metformin to approximately 8.8 million Medicare patients, making it one of the top 7 most prescribed drugs in America.

## Brand names

Glucophage

## Indications

Metformin Hcl is prescribed for the treatment of diabetes mellitus and type 2.

## Conditions treated

- [Diabetes Mellitus](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/diabetes-mellitus)
- [Type 2](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/type-2)

## Mechanism of action

ZITUVIMET ZITUVIMET combines two antihyperglycemic agents with complementary mechanisms of action to improve glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: sitagliptin, a DPP- 4 inhibitor, and metformin HCl, a member of the biguanide class. Sitagliptin Sitagliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor, which is believed to exert its actions in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus by slowing the inac

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Biguanide
- Mechanism of Action class: Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 Inhibitors [MoA]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, flatulence, abdominal discomfort, headache, metallic taste

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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