Glucophage 500mg. 850mg. 1000mg Tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 04 November 2021
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Type 2 diabetes mellitus management.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: Start with 500 mg TID or 850/1000 mg BID with meals; max 3000 mg/day.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: Few days, Duration: Up to 2 weeks for full effect.
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Elderly
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not recommended in pregnancy; limited data in lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- Alcohol increases lactic acidosis risk
- Iodinated contrast agents
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to metformin
- Acute metabolic acidosis
- Severe renal failure
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
Counselling Points
- Take with meals to reduce GI side effects
- Avoid alcohol
- Monitor blood glucose regularly
Serious warnings
- Risk of lactic acidosis
- Monitor renal function
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