This product is for research use only and is not for human consumption or therapeutic use.
CAS Number:
657-24-9
Purity:
99.98
Molecular Weight:
129.16
Alternative Names:
1,1-Dimethylbiguanide
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Product Description:
Metformin (1,1-Dimethylbiguanide) inhibits the mitochondrial respiratory chain in the liver, leading to activation of AMPK, enhancing insulin sensitivity for type 2 diabetes research. Metformin can cross the blood-brain barrier and triggers autophagy[1].
Storage Temperature:
-20°C (Powder, protect from light, stored under nitrogen)