Metformin Tablets
Metformin tablets for type 2 diabetes. It reduces sugar output from the liver and helps the body respond better to its own insulin.
- Category
- Diabetes Management
- Active ingredient
- Metformin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 500mg · 850mg
A generic with the stated active ingredient and strength. The maker is confirmed before dispatch.
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Metformin Tablets details
- Condition
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Alternative names
- glucophage
- Therapeutic class
- Biguanide
- Pharmacological class
- Antidiabetic
- Known off-label uses
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- Contraindications
- severe renal impairment; acute metabolic acidosis; diabetic ketoacidosis
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; nausea; flatulence
- Moderate side effects
- abdominal discomfort; metallic taste; anorexia
- Serious side effects
- lactic acidosis, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 8–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Contrast Media; Alcohol; Cimetidine
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over ten years and adults.
Patient summary
Metformin tablets for type 2 diabetes. It reduces sugar output from the liver and helps the body respond better to its own insulin.
Mechanism of action
Slowing hepatic glucose production, reducing intestinal sugar absorption, and improving peripheral cell insulin utilisation.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Glycaemic management with insulin preferred. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
What you will receive
Metformin Tablets is a generic, listed by its active ingredient, Metformin.
- The maker is confirmed before dispatch.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry details.