Metformin is the most popular anti-diabetic drug. Metformin is a biguanide antihyperglycemic agent used for treating non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM). It improves glycemic control by decreasing hepatic glucose production, decreasing glucose absorption and increasing insulin-mediated glucose uptake. It is grouped under the following drug class(es): Biguanides and Hypoglycemics. Its therapeutic use is listed as antidiabetic agents. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Glucophage, Diabefagos, Riomet, Benofomin, Fortamet and Siamformet. Its PubChem CID is 14219.
Metformin hydrochloride
| CAS No | 1115-70-4 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C4H12ClN5 |
| Molecular Weight | 165.62 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 3-(diaminomethylidene)-1,1-dimethylguanidine;hydrochloride |
Zoho Contact Form
"*" indicates required fields
Frequently Asked Questions
Metformin is the most popular anti-diabetic drug. Metformin is a biguanide antihyperglycemic agent used for treating non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM).
The listed CAS number is 1115-70-4.
The listed molecular formula is C4H12ClN5.
The listed molecular weight is 165.62 g/mol.
3-(diaminomethylidene)-1,1-dimethylguanidine;hydrochloride.
The source lists Glucophage, Diabefagos, Riomet, Benofomin, Fortamet and Siamformet.