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Glibenclamide and Metformin

Takeda · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Glibenclamide stimulates insulin secretion from pancreatic beta cells, while metformin reduces hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity.

Glibenclamide stimulates insulin secretion from pancreatic beta cells, while metformin reduces hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity. Used for Type 2 diabetes mellitus.

At a glance

Generic nameGlibenclamide and Metformin
Also known asDiabeta, Glynase, Micronase, Daonil, Semi-Daonil
SponsorTakeda
Drug classSulfonylurea + Biguanide combination
TargetATP-sensitive potassium channel (Kir6.2/SUR1); AMPK and mitochondrial complex I
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDiabetes
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Glibenclamide is a sulfonylurea that closes ATP-sensitive potassium channels on beta cells, triggering insulin release. Metformin is a biguanide that decreases gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis in the liver and enhances peripheral glucose uptake and utilization. Together, they provide complementary mechanisms to lower blood glucose in type 2 diabetes.

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