Glucophage: Treatment for Insulin Resistance

Glucophage is Not Just for Diabetics

Glucophage and it's generic, metformin is a drug that is used to treat diabetics. This medication can also be used for people who are simply insulin resistant and not experiencing symptoms of diabetes. While those who are insulin resistant are much more prone to developing diabetes, it is not a guarantee.

Insulin Resistance (IR) is defined as "the diminished ability of cells to respond to the action of insulin in transporting glucose (sugar) from the bloodstream into muscle and other tissues." (www.medterms.com) When the muscle won't accept the insulin, the pancreas overcompensates by producing more insulin. Insulin is a hormone and its main job is to aid in the metabolism of carbohydrates. When carbs are not broken down, they turn onto sugar and end up becoming stored in the body. IR can also throw off other hormones in the body, causing even more problems.

Insulin resistance has the potential to become a serious problem. Luckily, Glucophage can help get your body back on track. Glucophage lowers the amount of sugar in the blood by limiting its absorption and decreasing sugar production. It also helps the body to use insulin more effectively.

Living with insulin resistance can be difficult. Most people with IR are very overweight and the insulin resistance makes it increasingly difficult to lose weight. It can also leave people feeling lethargic. Of course, it can also lead to Type 2 diabetes. It can be a struggle to find the right doctor to work with when you are simply IR and not diabetic. A lot of doctors are still unknowing about the benefits of Glucophage on insulin resistance. Generally, the best doctor to see if you want to receive the best care is an endocrinologist. An endocrinologist deals with hormones and most specialize in diabetes care but they are knowledgeable about insulin resistance and its treatment.