Used to treat: Diabetes Mellitus II
Mechanism of Action: Decreases insulin resistance at receptor sites.
Contraindications: Liver disease, moderate to sever CHF, Increases risk of limb fractures in women, may decrease effectiveness of oral contraceptives
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Monday, July 25, 2011
Sunday, July 3, 2011
Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease in which the blood sugar (glucose) remains uncharacteristically high. Diabetes increases the risk of a number of related, and potentially deadly, conditions such as heart disease. Prevention, when possible and early identification and effective treatment when not are critical in preventing serious complications of diabetes.
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