Description
An anti-diabetic agent. It reduces blood glucose levels and improves insulin sensitivity. Its metabolic effects, including the inhibition of hepatic gluconeogenesis, are mediated at least in part by activation of the LKB1-AMPK (AMP-activated protein kinase) pathway. Metformin helps reduce LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels and is not associated with weight gain, and is the only anti-diabetic drug that has been conclusively shown to prevent the cardiovascular complications of diabetes.
Metformin, Hydrochloride is an anti-diabetic agent. It reduces blood glucose levels and improves insulin sensitivity. Its metabolic effects, including the inhibition of hepatic gluconeogenesis, are mediated at least in part by activation of the LKB1-AMPK (AMP-activated protein kinase) pathway.
1691 | Metformin, Hydrochloride DataSheet
Alternate Name/Synonyms: 1,1-Dimethylbioguanide Hydrochloride
Appearance: White to off-white solid
Formulation: N/A
CAS Number: 1115-70-4
Structure Available?: Yes
Peptide sequence: N/A
Salt Form: No
Molecular Formula: C₄H₁₁N₅. HCl
Molecular Weight: 165.62
Cell-Permeable?: No
Purity: ≥99%
Solubilities: H₂O (50 mg/ml)
Handling: Protect from air and moisture
Country of Origin: USA
Tag Line: An AMPK activator
MDL Number: MFCD00012582
PubChem CID: 14219
SMILES: CN(C)C(=N)N=C(N)N.Cl
InChi: InChI=1S/C4H11N5.ClH/c1-9(2)4(7)8-3(5)6;/h1-2H3,(H5,5,6,7,8);1H
InChi Key: OETHQSJEHLVLGH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Additional Information
Storage Condition: |
+4C |
Shipping Condition: |
RT |
Shelf Life: |
24 months |