36. A medicinal approach to managing Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus often involves metformin. What is the technical primary pathophysiological mechanism of action of metformin?
A.
Increases insulin secretion from the pancreas.
B.
Decreases hepatic glucose production and increases insulin sensitivity.
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C.
Delays glucose absorption from the gut.
D.
Increases glucose excretion in the urine.
📖 Additional Information
Increases insulin secretion from the pancreas.
Decreases hepatic glucose production and increases insulin sensitivity.
