Which of the Following Statements Is True of Metformin

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of metformin?

• A)It is a member of the a-glucosidase inhibitor group of antidiabetic agents.
• B)It lowers blood glucose but,used alone,does not produce hypoglycemia.
• C)It decreases hepatic and peripheral insulin sensitivity,resulting in increased hepatic glucose production.
• D)Lactic acidosis is a common,but benign side effect.

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