Biguanide

Metformin

Metformin HCl · Daily oral tablet

First-line therapy for type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance.

Pricing

Generic (per month)$10

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How it works

Reduces hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity.

Who it's for

Type 2 diabetes
Pre-diabetes
PCOS

Common side effects

GI upsetDiarrhea (usually transient)

This is not a complete list. Your clinician will review your full medical history and discuss risks, contraindications, and monitoring before prescribing.

Other options

GLP-1 receptor agonist

Ozempic

Semaglutide

$149–$298 CAD

GLP-1 receptor agonist

Wegovy

Semaglutide

$374.82–$374.82 CAD

GLP-1 / GIP dual agonist

Mounjaro

Tirzepatide

$350.6–$501.88 CAD

Not sure which is right for you?

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