metformin has been researched along with Pruritus in 3 studies
Metformin: A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289)
metformin : A member of the class of guanidines that is biguanide the carrying two methyl substituents at position 1.
Pruritus: An intense itching sensation that produces the urge to rub or scratch the skin to obtain relief.
| Timeframe | Studies, this research(%) | All Research% |
|---|---|---|
| pre-1990 | 0 (0.00) | 18.7374 |
| 1990's | 0 (0.00) | 18.2507 |
| 2000's | 0 (0.00) | 29.6817 |
| 2010's | 2 (66.67) | 24.3611 |
| 2020's | 1 (33.33) | 2.80 |
| Authors | Studies |
|---|---|
| Haddadi, NS | 1 |
| Shakiba, S | 1 |
| Afshari, K | 1 |
| Haj-Mirzaian, A | 1 |
| Vesaghati, S | 1 |
| Gharagozlou, S | 1 |
| Foroumadi, R | 1 |
| Shafaroodi, H | 1 |
| Ostadhadi, S | 1 |
| Dehpour, AR | 1 |
| Obara, I | 1 |
| Medrano, MC | 1 |
| Signoret-Genest, J | 1 |
| Jiménez-Díaz, L | 1 |
| Géranton, SM | 1 |
| Hunt, SP | 1 |
| Swerlick, RA | 1 |
| Campbell, CF | 1 |
3 other studies available for metformin and Pruritus
| Article | Year |
|---|---|
Possible Involvement of Nitric Oxide in the Antipruritic Effect of Metformin on Chloroquine-Induced Scratching in Mice.
Topics: Animals; Antipruritics; Chloroquine; Dermatologic Agents; Enzyme Inhibitors; Injections; Metformin; | 2020 |
Inhibition of the mammalian target of rapamycin complex 1 signaling pathway reduces itch behaviour in mice.
Topics: Animals; Disease Models, Animal; Gastrin-Releasing Peptide; Histamine; Hypoglycemic Agents; Male; Me | 2015 |
Medication dyes as a source of drug allergy.
Topics: Adolescent; Aged; Coloring Agents; Dermatitis, Atopic; Drug Hypersensitivity; Excipients; Female; Fo | 2013 |