1,1-Dimethylbiguanide hydrochloride (metformin) is a strong base. It forms well defined salts and possessing excellent coordination capacity with transition metals, forming highly colored bidentate chelate complexes. Metformin (MET) exists in various forms: diprotonated (H2MET)2+ in strong acidic solution, monoprotonated (HMET)+ in weak acid, MET in neutral and deprotonated (MET)- in strong alkali solution. It is an oral antidiabetic drug. Pharmacokinetics of metformin has been studied. Determination of metformin in human plasma has been described by simple HPLC-UV method. Metformin is reported to increase plasma active glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) in humans.
1,1-Dimethylbiguanide hydrochloride is suitable biguanide agent used in a study to investigate its role in enhancing the secretions of plasma active glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) levels. It may be used in the synthesis of the following:
- bis(1,1-dimethylbiguanido)copper(II) octahydrate
- bis(1,1-dimethylbiguanido)nickel(II)
- 1,1-dimethylbiguanidium tetrabromothallate(III)
Metformin is an antidiabetic agent that reduces blood glucose levels and improves insulin sensitivity. Its metabolic effects, including the inhibition of hepatic gluconeogenesis, are mediated at least in part by activation of the LKB1-AMPK (AMP-activated protein kinase) pathway. Activation of this pathway also appears to be involved in the antiproliferative and proapoptotic actions of metformin in cancer cell lines.
Purity: ≥98%
Key Applications: An antidiabetic agent
Application Areas: Medicine
Product Type: Biochemicals
Biochemical Category: Pharmaceuticals
Chemical Class: Pharmaceuticals
Melting Point: 220-226°C (lit.)
Presentation: White Crystalline Powder
Format: White crystalline powder
Solubility: Soluble in water (100 mg/mL - clear, colorless solution), 95% ethanol; insoluble in ether, acetone or chloroform.
Storage & Handling: Store at Room Temperature (15-30°C). Store Desiccated.