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Review
. 1979 Apr-Jun;17(2):111-23.

Oral hypoglycemic drugs and cardiovascular pathology

I Mincu, D Cheţa
  • PMID: 382336
Review

Oral hypoglycemic drugs and cardiovascular pathology

I Mincu et al. Med Interne. 1979 Apr-Jun.

Abstract

The classification, the mechanisms of action and the main side effects of sulfonylureic derivatives and biguanides are discussed. Emphasis is laid on the present controversy concerning the assumed adverse effect of these drugs on the cardiovascular system. The authors' opinion in this problem and their practical conclusions are based on their experience at the Center of Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases, Bucharest.

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