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biguanide
biguanide (baɪˈɡwɑːnaɪd) n (Elements & Compounds) any of a class of compounds some of which are used in the treatment of certain forms of diabetes. See also phenformin[C19: from bi-1 + guanidine + -ide]biguanide
biguanide (bī-gwŏn′īd″) A member of the class of oral antihyperglycemic agents that works by limiting glucose production and glucose absorption, and by increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. Glucophage is one member of this drug class. |