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    Glossary Metformin

    oral diabetes medication that lowers blood sugar levels

    Metformin, also known by brand names such as Glucophage, is an oral medication commonly used to manage type 2 diabetes. It works by reducing glucose production in the liver and improving the body's sensitivity to insulin, thereby helping to control blood sugar levels. Additionally, metformin is sometimes used off-label for conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) due to its effects on insulin resistance.

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    1. Metformin Diabetes drug that lowers blood sugar

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    1. Evidence-Based and Potential Benefits of Metformin in the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review Endocrine Reviews · 2008 · 343 citations
    2. Metformin: an old medication of new fashion: evolving new molecular mechanisms and clinical implications in polycystic ovary syndrome European journal of endocrinology · 2009 · 200 citations
    3. Metformin or Antiandrogen in the Treatment of Hirsutism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome 2003 · 192 citations
    4. Short-term combined treatment with liraglutide and metformin leads to significant weight loss in obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome and previous poor response to metformin European journal of endocrinology · 2013 · 116 citations
    5. Metformin treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome improves health-related quality-of-life, emotional distress and sexuality Human reproduction · 2006 · 105 citations
    6. Metformin improves polycystic ovary syndrome symptoms irrespective of pre-treatment insulin resistance European journal of endocrinology · 2007 · 91 citations
    7. The effect of metformin on hirsutism in polycystic ovary syndrome European journal of endocrinology · 2002 · 90 citations
    8. Improved Efficacy of Low-Dose Spironolactone and Metformin Combination Than Either Drug Alone in the Management of Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): A Six-Month, Open-Label Randomized Study The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism · 2013 · 75 citations
    9. Clinical, metabolic, and endocrine parameters in response to metformin and lifestyle intervention in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A randomized, double-blind, and placebo control trial Gynecological Endocrinology · 2010 · 60 citations
    10. Improvement of endothelial function with metformin and rosiglitazone treatment in women with polycystic ovary syndrome European journal of endocrinology · 2008 · 56 citations
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