Metformin

C₄H₁₁N₅

IUPAC: N,N-Dimethylimidodicarbonimidic diamide

CAS: 657-24-9

Overview

Metformin is the most prescribed medication for type 2 diabetes worldwide. Originally derived from French lilac, it is now being studied for anti-aging properties.

Composition

Element Symbol Atoms Atomic Mass
Hydrogen H 11 1.0080
Carbon C 4 12.0110
Nitrogen N 5 14.0070

Elemental Composition

H
Hydrogen ×11
8.6%
C
Carbon ×4
37.2%
N
Nitrogen ×5
54.2%

Uses

  • • Type 2 diabetes treatment
  • • PCOS treatment
  • • Anti-aging research

Fun Facts

  • ✦ Derived from a compound in French lilac (Galega officinalis), used medicinally since medieval times

Safety

  • ⚠ Lactic acidosis (rare)
  • ⚠ GI side effects

Structure

SMILES

CN(C)C(=N)N=C(N)N

Properties

Type
organic
State
solid
Molar Mass
129.16 g/mol
Density
1.4500 g/cm³
Melting Point
223.0 °C
Solubility
very soluble

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
129.1014
XLogP
-1.3
TPSA
91.5 Ų
H-Bond Donors
3
H-Bond Acceptors
1
Rotatable Bonds
2
Heavy Atoms
9
Complexity
132.0

Related Compounds

1,2-Dichloroethane

C₂H₄Cl₂

1,3-Butadiene

C₄H₆

1,4-Dioxane

C₄H₈O₂

1-Butanol

C₄H₁₀O

2-Propanol

C₃H₈O

Acetaldehyde

CH₃CHO

Acetamide

C₂H₅NO

Acetic Anhydride

C₄H₆O₃

Acetone

(CH₃)₂CO

Acetonitrile

C₂H₃N

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Metformin?
Metformin (C₄H₁₁N₅) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name N,N-Dimethylimidodicarbonimidic diamide.
What is the molecular weight of Metformin?
Metformin has a molar mass of 129.16 g/mol.
What state is Metformin at room temperature?
Metformin is a solid at room temperature.
Is Metformin organic or inorganic?
Metformin is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Metformin?
Metformin (C₄H₁₁N₅) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Nitrogen (N).