Share on Pinterest A commonly prescribed diabetes medication is emerging as a promising treatment for age-related macular degeneration (AMD). George Pachantouris/Getty Images Researchers say the type ...

Although metformin has been the go-to medication to manage type 2 diabetes for more than 60 years, researchers still do not have a complete picture of how it works. Scientists at Baylor College of ...

One of the world’s most commonly taken drugs could be even more beneficial than advertised. A new study this month shows that metformin may potentially slow aging in the body and brain of monkeys.

When Is the Best Time of Day to Take Metformin? We get it — no one enjoys taking medications. It’s just another thing to tackle on your neverending to-do list. If you’ve been prescribed metformin, it ...

Medically reviewed by Erika Prouty, PharmD Key Takeaways Metformin helps control blood sugar by reducing glucose absorption, production, and increasing insulin sensitivity.Metformin is a popular first ...