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Metformin Hydrochloride

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About metformin

Is metformin hydrochloride extended-release? So, Metformin hydrochloride er 500mg tablets are oral antihyperglycemic drugs used in the management of type 2 diabetes. It is commonly sold under the brand name Glucophage. There are also some long-term side effects of Glucophage. Well, We will discuss this later. For preventing kidney damage there is a need to control sugar levels. Blood sugar also controls damage, nerve problems, blindness, sexual dysfunction, and potentially even loss of limbs.

However, this medication is only prescribed when the diet is not enough to control sugar levels. Metformin is available as both an immediate release and extended-release formulation.

How to use metformin

Read the leaflet carefully. Follow the instructions.

  • Take medicine by mouth
  • Take three times per day with a meal
  • Drink plenty of fluids
  • Start at a low dose
  • Take it as prescribed
  • Check your blood sugar regularly
  • Take it at the same time

In order to reduce your risk of side effects of Glucophage., such as an upset stomach. Ask your doctor.

What are the side effects of metformin?

It’s important to be aware of possible side effects of Metformin hydrochloride er 500mg before you start taking a medication. Here are the listed side effects of this drug:

  • Nausea,
  • vomiting,
  • stomach upset,
  • diarrhea, weakness,
  • or a metallic taste in the mouth

However, this medication does not cause low blood sugar. It may happen when you are using other diabetes medicines.

Some symptoms of low blood sugar are as following:

  • sudden sweating
  • shaking
  • fast heartbeat
  • hunger
  • blurred vision
  • dizziness
  • tingling hands/feet.

Always carry glucose tablets. If you don’t have tablets quickly eat something instead of tablets to control low blood sugar.

Symptoms of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) include

  • Thirst,
  • increased urination,
  • confusion,
  • drowsiness,
  • flushing,
  • rapid breathing,
  • fruity breath odor.

A very serious allergic reaction is rare. Ask your doctor for more details.

Warnings and precautions for metformin

It’s also important to be aware of precautions and warnings around taking this medication. Before taking these medicines.

  1.  Tell your doctor about your allergy problem
  2.  Tell your doctor about your medical history
  3.  Lessen alcohol while using this medication
  4.  Tell your doctor if you feel chronic vomiting
  5.  Tell your doctor before any kind of surgery

Low or high blood sugar can cause blurry vision. Don’t drive and use any kind of machinery until you feel alert. If you feel too much vomiting or diarrhea then stop taking these pills. Consult your doctor right away.

Storage 

This medicine should be stored at room temperature. Do not store this medicine in light and moisture. Keep all medicines away from children or pets. Do not wash out the pills down the drain unless shown. Place this stock correctly if it has no longer required. Communicate with your pharmacist or local waste management.

 

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