Browse Medications by Drug Class: Biguanides

Written by Amar Lunagaria
Pharm.D • NiHowdy Founder

Reviewed by James Wong
Pharm.D • NiHowdy Founder
Updated Jan 24, 2025
•Published Jan 15, 2025

What are Biguanides?
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List of drugs in Biguanides
Drug Name | More Information | NiHowdy Prices & Bitcoin Rebate |
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Actoplus Met | Actoplus Met Information | Actoplus Met Pricing |
Fortamet | Fortamet Information | Fortamet Pricing |
Glumetza | Glumetza Information | Glumetza Pricing |
Invokamet | Invokamet Information | Invokamet Pricing |
Invokamet XR | Invokamet XR Information | Invokamet XR Pricing |
Kazano | Kazano Information | Kazano Pricing |
Metformin | Metformin Information | Metformin Pricing |
metFORMIN HCl ER | metFORMIN HCl ER Information | metFORMIN HCl ER Pricing |
metFORMIN HCl ER (MOD) | metFORMIN HCl ER (MOD) Information | metFORMIN HCl ER (MOD) Pricing |
metFORMIN HCl ER (OSM) | metFORMIN HCl ER (OSM) Information | metFORMIN HCl ER (OSM) Pricing |
Riomet | Riomet Information | Riomet Pricing |
Brief history about Biguanides?
How do Biguanides work?
What are Biguanides used to treat?
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Biguanidines like metformin are the first-line treatment for type 2 diabetes. They lower blood sugar levels, improve insulin sensitivity, and help prevent complications associated with uncontrolled diabetes.
Prediabetes
In patients with prediabetes, metformin can help delay or prevent the progression to type 2 diabetes, particularly in individuals with high-risk factors like obesity.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Metformin is used off-label to improve insulin resistance in PCOS, helping to regulate menstrual cycles and enhance fertility.
Who should consider Biguanides medications?
Adults
Biguanidines are primarily prescribed for adults with type 2 diabetes as a first-line treatment to lower blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of complications. They may also benefit adults with insulin resistance-related conditions like PCOS.
Children
Metformin is FDA-approved for use in children aged 10 and older with type 2 diabetes. Pediatric dosing is carefully adjusted to ensure safety and efficacy.
Seniors
Seniors with type 2 diabetes can benefit from metformin, but dose adjustments may be needed to reduce the risk of lactic acidosis, particularly in those with reduced kidney function. Regular monitoring is essential.
Are Biguanides safe?
Can I take Biguanides during pregnancy?
Are Biguanides safe to take while lactating?
Are Biguanides controlled substances?
Side effects of Biguanides?
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