Metformin

Metformin (metformin) is a prescription medication used to treat Type 2 diabetes. The most commonly prescribed first-line oral medication for type 2 diabetes and one of the most-searched drugs online.

Reduces glucose production by the liver and improves the body's sensitivity to insulin.

Commonly reported side effects of Metformin include Nausea, Diarrhea, Abdominal discomfort, Vitamin B12 deficiency, and Rare: lactic acidosis. This is not a complete list — tell your doctor or pharmacist about any side effects you experience.

Yes. Metformin carries an FDA Boxed Warning — the agency's most serious safety warning. Read the full prescribing information and talk to your doctor about the risks before starting or changing treatment.

The active ingredient in Metformin is metformin, which belongs to a class of medicines known as Biguanide.

Metformin is manufactured by Various (generic). It was first approved in 1995.

You may be able to lower the cost of Metformin by using a free pharmacy discount card or by comparing prices across pharmacies before you fill your prescription. Savings vary by pharmacy and location.