How Does Metformin Work | Biguanides for Type 2 Diabetes Explained | Lecturio Nursing

[@INÉSCAMARERODUQUE]

a great and clear explanation!!

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[@chinnyogbonna6506]

thank you very much, this is top notch explanation

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[@daveb8449]

The biggest problem with Metformin is that it gives the patient a false sense of security that he/she is doing something. The bottom line is quit eating junk food and drinking sugary drinks. People need to understand that diet and exercise are the only things that are going to give them a good outcome. You can't reverse years and years of poor diet with a pill.

[@martynblackburn9632]

You are talking rubbish. Some diabetics cannot control their blood sugar without medication. I am an athlete and exercise everyday. I cannto control my blood sugar without medication.

[@daveb8449]

@@martynblackburn9632 Everything I said is true. Pay attention.

[@nofavors]

Delay the progression? So is it inevitable to reverse?

[@blueagle-di6is]

great video

[@lecturionursing]

Thanks!

[@arielrodriguez6980]

Great info! I do not know about no alcohol. I don't think a beer or two once a week over dinner will cause issues unless you binge drink.

[@lecturionursing]

Thanks for your comment! 🍺 While moderate alcohol consumption may not cause immediate issues for everyone, it's always best to consult with a healthcare provider about the effects of alcohol with metformin. Stay safe and healthy! 😊 Don't forget to subscribe for more helpful tips!

[@susandavis7800]

What if you have muscles pains, breathe heavy, and get tired BEFORE you start?

[@susandavis7800]

What do you mean by GI Distress?

[@lecturionursing]

typically nausea and or diarrhea

[@nofavors]

GastroIntestinal Distress

[@vegevore]

Metformin causes muscles to uptake glucose? How does distrupcimg glucagon signalling achieve this?

[@lecturionursing]

Metformin primarily works by reducing the liver's production of glucose and increasing muscle cell sensitivity to insulin, which enhances glucose uptake. It may also indirectly impact glucagon signaling, but this is not its main mechanism of action.

[@vegevore]

@@lecturionursing No it doesn”5 - it interrupts glucagon signalling. Glucagon is is Not wasting my time schooling rpsilons

[@lesw3803]

What if you have fatty liver disease?

[@angelastipes4401]

Yeah but it comes with some health risk I think I'd rather take the fat is some of those health risks that comes with that medication

[@lecturionursing]

You're right! Metformin can have side effects, and it's essential to balance benefits with risks. Always talk with your healthcare provider to find what works best for you. 😊 Don't forget to subscribe for more helpful insights! 🔔

[@angelastipes4401]

I thought the liver is just the filter out chemicals and poisons or whatever and the pancreas I know is what produces insulin and all that so this is the first I've been hearing here lately about the liver you know doing stuff like the pancreas you know are y'all sure y'all was getting it right

[@lecturionursing]

Hi! Great question! 😊 While the liver does filter chemicals, it also plays a key role in regulating blood sugar by producing glucose. Metformin works by reducing this glucose production in the liver, which helps control blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 diabetes. Don’t forget to subscribe for more helpful content! 👍