Metformin
CAS 657-24-9Small Molecule
Overview
Metformin is a prescription drug used to improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes. It works by decreasing glucose production in the liver and improving the body's sensitivity to insulin.
Chemical identity
- IUPAC name
- 3-(diaminomethylidene)-1,1-dimethylguanidine
- Canonical SMILES
- CN(C)C(=N)N=C(N)N
- InChIKey
- XZWYZXLIPXDOLR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Therapeutic areas
DiabetesEndocrinology
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