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Feb 2018
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Metformin Pharmacology – Episode 002

ERIC CHRISTIANSON, PHARMD; PHARMACOLOGY EXPERT AND CLINICAL PHARMACIST
About this episode
In this episode, I talk about the most important and common adverse effects with metformin and what you will likely see in clinical practice.  I also will talk about the benefits of the medication and its role in the management of type 2 diabetes.  Hope you enjoy the episode! All subscribers to the website/podcast will get access to a FREE Top 200 Drug Stud ... Show More
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