Metformin ER 500 mg

Product Information:

Metformin is a clinically approved antidiabetic drug, which helps control excessive glucose present in the blood of type 2 diabetes patients. This drug acts by decreasing glucose absorption in the intestines, the production of glucose by the liver, and improving the body’s sensitivity to insulin.

Controlling blood sugar with the help of medicines such as metformin can ensure that complications such as renal problems, nerve problems, blindness, leg amputations, and sexual dysfunction are avoided. The condition can also reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

How to take metformin:

To help you remember, take metformin at the same times each day. This drug may also lower your glucose production in the liver. This medicine comes with a patient information guide. Read it and follow these instructions carefully.

To avoid gastrointestinal symptoms, take metformin during a meal, except as instructed by your doctor. There are formulations of metformin that are only taken once a day in the evening.

It is essential to avoid crushing, chewing, and/or breaking an extended-release tablet. The patient is supposed to take this

Take a precise dose of liquid medication. Shake the oral suspension before administering a dose. Give doses using either a dosing syringe or a medication dose-measuring device, not a spoonful of food.

Certain tablets may be formulated with a shell that does not dissolve or melt in the body. The shell may be partially excreted in your feces. Such is normal and will not affect the effectiveness of the medication.

You may experience low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), which may cause hunger, lightheadedness, irritability, confusion, anxiety, and trembling. To rapidly correct hypoglycemia, consume a quick source of sugar (fruit juice, hard candy, crackers, raisins, non-diet soda).

Your doctor may prescribe you a glucagon injection kit in case you experience severe episodes of hypoglycemia. Ensure that your family members or closest friends know how to administer the injection.

Blood sugar: It can be influenced by stress, illness, surgery, physical activity, alcohol, or skipping meals. Consult your physician before altering either the dosage or your medication regimen.

Metformin is only used as part of a complete treatment plan, including diet, exercise, weight management, blood sugar monitoring, and specific medical care. It is essential for you to carefully follow your doctor’s treatment guidelines.

Storage:

Store at Room Temperature, away from Moisture, Heat, and Light.

Side effects of Metformin:

Seek emergency medical help if you notice any of these signs of an allergic reaction to metformin: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Some people taking this medication can develop lactic acidosis, a potentially fatal condition. Call for immediate emergency medical help if you experience even minimalísymptoms of this condition, including:

unusual muscle pain;

feeling cold;

trouble breathing;

feeling dizzy, light-headed, tired, or extremely weak;

stomach pain, vomiting; or

slow or irregular heart rate.

Common Metformin Side Effects may include:

low blood sugar;
Nausea, upset stomach; or

diarrhea.

Warnings:

If you have severe kidney disease, metabolic acidosis, and diabetic ketoacidosis, do not take this drug, since your doctor can provide treatment. For any type of X-ray or CT scan with a contrast agent which is a dye injected through your veins, you may have to temporarily halt the intake of metformin. Although it is a rare occurrence, you could experience a condition known as lactic acidosis, whereby you develop a dangerous level of lactic acid in your blood. In this case, you should contact your doctor or seek immediate attention from a hospital if you experience unusual muscle aching, breathing difficulties, stomach discomfort, dizziness, chilliness, or a general lack of energy.