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Why do people take metformin and glypizide?
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Diabetes control.: These two medications control glucose levels in diabetics by complementary mechanisms. Metformin works as an Insulin sensitizer, especially in the liver. Glipizide stimulates the pancreas to secrete more insulin.
Answered 11/28/2014
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