Metahexamide
Metahexamide
Metahexamide (pronounced: me-ta-hex-a-mide) is a sulfonylurea compound that is used as an oral hypoglycemic agent in the treatment of diabetes mellitus.
Etymology
The term "Metahexamide" is derived from the chemical structure of the compound, which includes a meta-positioned hexamide group. The prefix "meta-" comes from the Greek word "metá", meaning "beyond" or "after", and "hexamide" refers to a compound containing six amide groups.
Usage
Metahexamide is primarily used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It works by stimulating the release of insulin from the pancreas, thereby lowering blood glucose levels. It is typically used in combination with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Related Terms
- Sulfonylurea: A class of oral hypoglycemic drugs that stimulate the release of insulin from the pancreas.
- Oral hypoglycemic agent: A medication taken by mouth that lowers blood glucose levels.
- Diabetes mellitus: A group of metabolic diseases characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period.
- Type 2 diabetes: A form of diabetes that is characterized by high blood sugar, insulin resistance, and relative lack of insulin.
- Pancreas: A glandular organ in the digestive system and endocrine system of vertebrates.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Metahexamide
- Wikipedia's article - Metahexamide
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