? Metformin XR 500 mg / 750 mg / 1000 mg Extended-Release Tablets
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Indication: Management of Type 2 Diabetes, helps control blood sugar levels.
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Active Ingredient: Metformin Hydrochloride.
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Class: Antidiabetic Agent.
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Dosage Form: Extended-release tablets.
⚠️ Do not take the medication if you:
? Have Type 1 diabetes.
? Have severe kidney or liver issues.
? Have diabetic ketoacidosis or severe dehydration.
? Consume alcohol excessively or take certain medications like bosentan.
⚠️ Warnings
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Inform your doctor if you:
• Are undergoing surgery.
• Have liver, kidney, or heart issues.
• Are prone to hypoglycemia (weakness, sweating, hunger).
• Are at risk of lactic acidosis (abdominal pain, vomiting, shortness of breath).
⚠️ Drug Interactions
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Inform your doctor if you are taking:
✔️ Other diabetes medications, blood pressure medications, birth control, antidepressants.
✔️ Some antibiotics, NSAIDs, steroids.
✔️ Cholesterol medications, asthma treatments, anticoagulants.
? How to Use
✔️ For adults only.
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Starting dose: 500 mg once daily with dinner.
✔️ Dose can be increased up to 2000 mg daily with dinner.
✔️ Take with food to minimize gastrointestinal side effects.
? Storage
✔️ Store at 20-25°C.
✔️ Keep out of reach of children.
✔️ Do not use after the expiration date.
? For more information: Consult your doctor or pharmacist.