A systematic review of the uses of metformin in dermatology
Raza, Sami Al-Niaimi, Firas Ali, Faisal R.
Raza, Sami
Al-Niaimi, Firas
Ali, Faisal R.
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Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust; Swansea University; University of Aalborg; Mid-Cheshire NHS Foundation Trust; Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
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2023-02
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Metformin is an established staple drug in the management of Type 2 diabetes mellitus. In this systematic review, we sought to establish the clinical utility of metformin in a range of dermatological conditions. The pathophysiology of acne vulgaris and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is well suited to the pharmacological profile of metformin, and we found evidence for its efficacy in managing these conditions. We found some evidence for the use of metformin particularly in acne and PCOS; however, the evidence base is of mixed quality. There is scope for clinicians to consider metformin as an adjunct therapy in acne and PCOS. There is generally insufficient evidence to recommend metformin in other dermatological conditions.
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Raza S, Al-Niaimi F, Ali FR. A systematic review of the uses of metformin in dermatology. Clin Exp Dermatol. 2023 Feb 2;48(2):73-79.
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