Biguanides

Derivatives of biguanide (the structure formula HN(C(NH)NH2)2) that are primarily used as oral HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENTS for the treatment of DIABETES MELLITUS, TYPE 2 and PREDIABETES.

Year introduced: 1966(1965)

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Tree Number(s): D02.078.370.141

MeSH Unique ID: D001645

Entry Terms:

• Biguanide

Pharmacologic Action:

• Hypoglycemic Agents

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