Q: Is metformin effective for reducing weight in obese or overweight adolescents?

Authors :: Anderson, Kirsten
Kelsberg, Gary
Safranek, Sarah
Source :: Journal of Family Practice. March, 2021, Vol. 70 Issue 2, p100, 2 p.
Publication Year :: 2021
Abstract: EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER A/ Yes, to some degree--but it is of I uncertain clinical significance. Over a period of 6 months, metformin modestly reduced weight (-2.1 kg) and body fat mass [...]

Subjects :: Obesity in adolescence -- Risk factors -- Management -- Physiological aspects
Metformin -- Complications and side effects -- Physiological aspects -- Demographic aspects
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