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Metformin in heart failure patients

Indian Heart Journal
DOI: 10.1016/j.ihj.2017.05.009
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The use of metformin was considered a contraindication in heart failure patients because of the potential risk of lactic acidosis; however, more recent evidence has shown that this should no longer be the case. We reviewed the current literature and the recent guideline to correct the misconception.

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Kinsara, A. J., & Ismail, Y. M. (2018, January 1). Metformin in heart failure patients. Indian Heart Journal. Elsevier B.V. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ihj.2017.05.009

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