Genetics of metformin response. Conceptual image showing the genetic connection to the response to the diabetes drug metformin (white pills). The nucleotides of the DNA (deoxyribonucleic strands) are represented by human figures. Although metformin acts to decrease glucose production in the liver, the response can vary from individual to individual, depending on the patient's genetics. Diabetes is a condition where the body is resistant to or fails to produce the insulin needed to break down sugars in the blood. Insulin or drugs can be used to lower the blood sugar to normal levels. | |
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