Search Tag: metformin

2024 30 May

  Metformin, a widely used diabetic medication, recognised for its effectiveness in lowering glucose levels, has shown promise in preventing blood cancer, according to recent research. Beyond its primary use in diabetes management, metformin has been explored for its potential benefits in treating conditions such as gum disease, muscle atrophy, long...Read more

2023 27 Jun

Metformin, a commonly prescribed drug for treating type 2 diabetes, remains an enigma even after decades of use. A recent review published in Trends in Pharmacological Sciences sheds light on how metformin interacts with the liver and gut to decrease circulating glucose levels.   The study, led by Professor Manuel Vázquez-Carrera, Faculty of Pharmacy...Read more

2019 25 Apr

Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) is found in nearly one-third of patients with coronary artery disease (CAD). LVH is an independent predictor of mortality and is a powerful prognostic factor in CAD. Regression of LVH can reduce the incidence of major cardiovascular events. Insulin resistance (IR) may play a role in the development of LVH....Read more