Metformin hydrochloride powder Raw Materials CAS 1115-70-4

MF:C4H12ClN5

MW:165.62

EINECS:214-230-6

Specification:Metformin hydrochloride powder

Sample:Metformin hydrochloride powder

Brand:Metformin hydrochloride powder

Appearance: powder

Storage: Cool Dry Place

Brand: chemical Raw Materials

Shelf Life: 2 Years

Test Method: HPLC

Uses and synthesis of Metformin hydrochloride powder

Metformin hydrochloride powder is A biguanide oral hypoglycemic drug, also known as Metformin hydrochloride, Gewatate, and Medecon, with weaker hypoglycemic effect than phenformin, mainly to reduce glucagon secretion in A cell and promote glucose conversion into glycogen. It has the characteristic of not stimulating the secretion of insulin by the β-cells of the islets. Clinically, Metformin hydrochloride is mainly used to treat patients with type II diabetes mellitus who are not satisfied with simple diet control, especially those with obesity and hyperinsulinemia. Metformin hydrochloride not only has hypoglycemic effect, but also may reduce weight and hyperinsulinemia.

Applications/Functions of Metformin hydrochloride powder

1. Metformin hydrochloride powder is an antidiabetic agent that reduces blood glucose levels and improves insulin sensitivity. Its metabolism (including inhibition of hepatic glycoconeogenesis) is activated via the LKB1-AMPK (AMP-activated protein kinase) pathway.
2. Metformin hydrochloride is a hypoglycemic drug for non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.
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Physicochemical Property of Metformin hydrochloride powder

Metformin hydrochloride white crystalline or crystalline powder. Melting point 232℃ (218-220℃). Soluble in water, soluble in methanol, slightly soluble in ethanol, insoluble in ether and chloroform. Odorless, bitter taste.

Production methodprocess of Metformin hydrochloride powder

Metformin hydrochloride powder is prepared by salting dimethylamine with dicyandiamide.