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Medication: Metformin
Metformin medication reduces the amount of glucose released by your liver.
When you have Type 2 diabetes, your body is less responsive to insulin. Your cells cannot absorb enough glucose, causing it to build up in your bloodstream. A high blood glucose level over a long period of time can lead to serious health complications.
Your body's primary source of glucose comes from the food you eat. Your liver also releases glucose.
Metformin targets the liver, signaling it to slow the release of glucose. It also helps cells use the glucose available in the blood. This two-step action helps to reduce your blood glucose level.
Last modified: 2009-08-31
