Metformin: Sex/Gender Differences in Its Uses and Effects—Narrative Review

Metformin: Sex/Gender Differences in Its Uses and Effects—Narrative Review

Metformin (MTF) occupies a major and fundamental position in the therapeutic management of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Gender differences in some effects and actions of MTF have been reported. Women are usually prescribed lower MTF doses compared to men and report more gastrointestinal side eff...

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Main Authors: Ioannis Ilias, Manfredi Rizzo, Lina Zabuliene
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-03-01
Series:Medicina
Subjects:
Metformin
gender
insulin resistance
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/58/3/430

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