Presence of Nitrosamines (N-Nitrosodimethylamine) in Metformin Extended Release formulations
Metformin is a prescription drug and a first line medication used to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes. N-Nitrosodimethylamine is a probable human carcinogen which is not harmful when present within the permitted limits. Exposure to some level of nitrosamines is quite common, as these nitrosamines presence are common in water…