Metformin Flashcards
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Metformin normal dosage
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500mg bid
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Metformin
Trade name and class
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Glucophage
Antidiabetic biguanide
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Metformin indications
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Management of type two diabetes
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Metformin physiologic action
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Inhibits glycogenolysis and increases sensitivity to insulin
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Metformin side effects
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G.I. upset and lactic acidosis
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Metformin nursing implications
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Monitor serum glucose and hemoglobin A-1 C
Assess renal function before and during treatment
Hold metformin 48 hours before contrast media
Administer with meals
May cause false positive ketones
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Metformin teaching
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Review signs and symptoms of hypo-hyperglycemia
Patient should be monitoring blood sugar
Avoid alcohol
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Metformin contraindications
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Metabolic acidosis, dehydration, hepatic impairment
