Administration of metformin before meals may optimize its effects in improving post-prandial glycemic control.

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Conclusion: Study reveals that when metformin is administered before to enteral glucose rather than concurrently with it, it lowers blood glucose levels more effectively in type 2 diabetes that is well-controlled on metformin and is linked to a higher GLP-1 response. These findings imply that taking metformin before to meals may maximize its impact on enhancing postprandial glycemic management.

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