The drug metformin, which reduces blood glucose in children with type 2 diabetes,

A. modestly reduces body weight in children.
B. inhibits the action of lipase and thus fat absorption.
C. increases resting metabolic rate and suppresses appetite.
D. is FDA-approved for pediatric weight loss.


Answer: A

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