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What should I know about Riomet before taking it?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
Before taking Riomet, you should know that it is one of the brand names for metformin, a drug used to treat type 2 diabetes in conjunction with proper diet and exercise. Riomet helps control blood sugar levels by decreasing the liver's glucose production and reducing the amount of glucose absorbed by the intestines.

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