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Fortamet
Metformin is an oral diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. Metformin is for people with type 2 (non-insulin-dependent) diabetes. Metformin is sometimes used in combination with insulin or other medications, but it is not for treating type 1 diabetes. Metformin may also be used...
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Fortamet

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Fortamet
FORTAMET® (metformin hydrochloride) Extended-Release Tablets contain an oral antihyperglycemic drug used in the management of type 2 diabetes. Metformin hydrochloride (N, N-dimethylimidodicarbonimidic diamide hydrochloride) is a member of the biguanide class of oral antihyperglycemics and is...
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Metformin Hydrochloride
Metformin Hydrochloride Pronunciation: (met-FORE-min HYE-droe-KLOR-ide) Class: Biguanide Trade Names: Fortamet - Tablets, ER 500 mg - Tablets, ER 1,000 mg Trade Names: Glucophage - Tablets 500 mg - Tablets 850 mg - Tablets 1,000 mg Trade Names: Glucophage...
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Fortamet Andrx Corporation - Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes
Fortamet is an extended-release formulation of metformin that suppresses hepatic glucose production and improves peripheral insulin sensitivity. Fortamet...
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See also: Diabetes, Type 2, Female Infertility, Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

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