Meds Modify Microbiome, Mediating Their Effects

Publication date: 5 September 2017
Source:Cell Metabolism, Volume 26, Issue 3
Author(s): Nicole M. Koropatkin, Eric C. Martens
The mechanisms of action of some common medications remain unknown but, in some cases, may involve the microorganisms within us. A new study by Wu et al. (2017) provides evidence that the type 2 diabetes drug metformin alters the gut microbiota, which in turn may mediate some of the drug's effects.

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The mechanisms of action of some common medications remain unknown but, in some cases, may involve the microorganisms within us. A new study by Wu et al. (2017) provides evidence that the type 2 diabetes drug metformin alters the gut microbiota, which in turn may mediate some of the drug's effects.


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