Biguanides for type 2 diabetes

References

Citations

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Author: Merrill HaydenLast Updated: July 11, 2006
Medical Review: Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine
Matthew I. Kim, MD - Endocrinology & Metabolism

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