Definitions

1. noun

A medication that has been used to treat type 2 diabetes, but is no longer widely used due to the risk of lactic acidosis.

“The doctor had to carefully consider the potential risks and benefits of prescribing phenformin to her patient.”

2. verb

To treat a disease or condition, especially type 2 diabetes, using phenformin or a similar medication.

“Phenformin was prescribed to the patient to help manage their blood sugar levels.”