METFOR SR 500
Tablet
Dose Type
Information
METFOR SR 500 is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. It helps to control the high blood sugar and thus prevent serious complications of diabetes.
Therapeutic Class
- Antidiabetics (Biguanides)
Dose and Direction of Use
Swallow the tablet whole by mouth with food. Don't crush, chew or break the tablet. Follow the dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor.
Mode of Action
- Decreases hepatic glucose production; decreases GI glucose absorption; increases target cell insulin sensitivity
Uses
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Contraindications
Don't use this medicine if you have:
- Hypersensitivity to Metformin or any other component of this product.
- Severe renal impairment (GFR <30ml/min)
- Diabetic ketoacidosis
Precautions and Warning
- Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or breast feeding woman before taking this medicine to understand the risk and benefit ratio.
- Talk to your doctor about past medical history like kidney problem , heart problem or liver problem before taking this medicine.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as this medicine may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.
- Pack a biscuit or chocolate with you, incase you feel dizzy due to low sugar level in the body.
- Take this medication regularly as prescribed by the doctor along with proper diet and exercise.
- Monitor your blood glucose level timely.
- Prolong use of Metformin may lead to vitamin B12 deficiency which may lead to anemia, causing fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath or headache. Notify your doctor if you experience any of these as you may require supplements.
