Metformin Hydrochloride is a common first line antidiabetic research compound, and the only FDA approved member of the biguanide drug class. It has drawn attention for cancer research applications.
Metformin hydrochloride is freely soluble in water, and slightly soluble in alcohol.
| Mechanism of Action | The exact mechanism of action for the compound's anti-cancer activity has not been fully elucidated. |
| Molecular Formula | C4H11N5 • HCl |
| References | Kourelis TV and Siegel RD (2011) Metformin and cancer: New applications for an old drug. Med. Oncol. 29(2):1314–1327 Pawlyk AC, Giacomini KM, McKeon C, Shuldiner AR, Florez JC (2014) Metformin Pharmacogenomics: Current status and future directions. Diabetes. 63(8):2590-2599 |
