Discussion on role of Metformin in Primary and Primordial Prevention of Diabetes

Overview

Metformin, a standard treatment for type 2 diabetes, is a safe and effective strategy for preventing or delaying the onset of diabetes in high-risk populations. It may serve as an important tool in battling the growing diabetes epidemic. Several guidelines, including those from the International Diabetes Federation, have recognized that metformin is a cost-effective pharmacological intervention in people at high risk of developing diabetes.