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Question 6

September 12, 2013

 

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Which of the following best describes the advantages of treatment with metformin? Select one best answer.

 

 

 

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does not cause hypoglycemia, does not cause gastrointestinal intolerance, lowers LDL
 

 

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does not cause weight gain, available as a low-cost generic, lowers LDL
 

 

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available as a low-cost generic, does not cause gastrointestinal intolerance, lowers LDL
 

 

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does not cause hypoglycemia, does not cause weight gain, can be used safely in patients with severe renal dysfunction
 

 

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