TLDR Metformin may help treat various skin conditions and aid in wound healing and skin aging.
Metformin, traditionally used for type 2 diabetes, shows promise in dermatology due to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-proliferative, and immunomodulatory properties. It may benefit inflammatory skin conditions like acne, hidradenitis suppurativa, acanthosis nigricans, rosacea, and psoriasis. Additionally, metformin could aid in wound healing and skin ageing, suggesting its potential as a novel treatment for various skin disorders.
December 2023 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Metformin might help treat certain skin conditions, but more research is needed.
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July 2017 in “Case Reports in Dermatology” Combination therapy helped patient with advanced Hidradenitis Suppurativa achieve remission.
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February 2013 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Metformin is effective for various skin disorders but may cause skin side effects.
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November 2007 in “European journal of endocrinology” Metformin helps with PCOS symptoms no matter the patient's initial insulin resistance or weight.
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September 2004 in “Clinics in dermatology” Effective acne treatments should reduce sebum, bacteria, and inflammation, with isotretinoin being the best for severe cases.
