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Description
Metformin 500mg (O Formin) Tablet is an oral medication used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Primary Uses:
– To control and lower high blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes.
– Often used alongside diet, exercise, and other diabetes medications to improve blood glucose management.
Drug Class:
– Biguanide antidiabetic agent.
Mechanism of Action:
– Metformin reduces glucose production in the liver, decreases absorption of glucose from the intestines, and increases insulin sensitivity, helping the body use glucose more effectively.
Common Forms:
– Oral tablet, 500mg strength.
Dosage Instructions:
– Usually started at 500mg once or twice daily with meals to minimize gastrointestinal side effects.
– Dosage may be adjusted based on blood sugar control and tolerance.
– Follow healthcare provider’s instructions carefully.
Side Effects and Cautions:
– Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, and decreased appetite.
– Rare but serious risk of lactic acidosis, especially in patients with kidney or liver impairment.
– Not recommended for patients with severe kidney or liver disease.
– Regular monitoring of kidney function is advised.
– Alcohol consumption should be limited during treatment.
Metformin 500mg (O Formin) is used to manage type 2 diabetes by lowering liver glucose production and improving the body’s response to insulin.
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