For Metformin (Glucophage) Indications And Usage, Dosage And Administration, Dosage Forms

What is the use of Metformin 500 MG tablets?

Metformin 500 MG tablet helps to deal with the following situations:

Type 2 diabetes

Polycystic ovary syndrome (Pcos)

What are the contraindications of the Metformin 500 MG table?

Impaired kidney function

Allergy

Metabolic acidosis

What are the common side effects of Metformin 500 MG Form?

Common side effects of this drug include:

Nausea or vomiting

Diarrhea

Stomach ache

Weakness

Chest discomfort

Headache

Swollen joints

Hiccup

Loss of appetite

Hypoglycemia

What are the dosage instructions?

Missed Service Instructions

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.

Overdose description

If you suspect an overdose, contact your doctor immediately.

How does the drug work?

The drug reduces the production of glucose in the liver, reduces the intestinal absorption of glucose, and improves insulin sensitivity by increasing the body's absorption and utilization of glucose.

What is the interaction of Metformin 500 MG Tablet?

Whenever you take more than one medicine or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you are at risk of drug interactions.

Interaction with alcohol

Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine. Symptoms such as long-term weakness and muscle pain, lack of sleep, and difficulty breathing after drinking alcohol should be reported to the doctor immediately.

Interaction with laboratory testing

Information is not available.

Interaction with medicine

Drug

Interaction with food

Information is not available.

Interaction with disease

Lactic acidosis: Before taking metformin, you should report to your doctor the incidence of kidney damage, heart disease, severe diarrhea, sepsis and other diseases. In this case, it may be necessary to supervise dosing and monitor blood glucose levels. Any signs and symptoms that indicate the above should be reported immediately.

Vitamin B12 deficiency: Inform the doctor about the incidence of anemia or vitamin B12 deficiency so that appropriate vitamin supplements can be prescribed when needed. Vitamin B1 deficiency.