Questions and Answers
How does Metformin work with Type 2 Diabetes
Metformin has three major actions, 1. increases utilization of glucose by cells, 2. decreases gluconeogenesis, and 3. inhibits intestinal absorption of glucose. Dosing - check with your pharmacist, the data I have are f or Phenformin :- one tablet before breakfast, one before supper - the dose is increased until either there is control of the diabetic state, or digestive disturbances limit further increase in dosage.