Metformin Hcl Er
metFORMIN HCl ER 500MG
What is Metformin Hcl Er?
Metformin HCl ER (extended-release) is an oral antihyperglycemic medication used primarily to manage type 2 diabetes. It functions by improving glucose tolerance and lowering basal and postprandial plasma glucose levels by decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose, enhancing insulin sensitivity, and inhibiting hepatic gluconeogenesis. Metformin HCl ER's extended-release formulation allows for once-daily dosing to maintain steady blood glucose levels over a prolonged period.
Side Effects
- Confusion, fast heartbeat, increased hunger, shakiness
- Trouble breathing, slow heartbeat, lightheadedness, dizziness
- Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, muscle pain or cramping
Warnings
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart or blood vessel disease, heart failure, blood circulation problems, anemia, metabolic acidosis, an adrenal gland or pituitary gland disorder, vitamin B12 deficiency, or had a heart attack. Tell your doctor if you drink alcohol.
- Too much of this medicine can cause a rare, but serious condition called lactic acidosis.
- Part of the extended-release tablet may pass in your stool. This is normal.
- Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine before you have surgery, an x-ray, CT scan, or other medical test.
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metFORMIN HCl ER 500MG
What is Metformin Hcl Er ?
Metformin HCl ER (extended-release) is an oral antihyperglycemic medication used primarily to manage type 2 diabetes. It functions by improving glucose tolerance and lowering basal and postprandial plasma glucose levels by decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose, enhancing insulin sensitivity, and inhibiting hepatic gluconeogenesis. Metformin HCl ER's extended-release formulation allows for once-daily dosing to maintain steady blood glucose levels over a prolonged period.
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- Confusion, fast heartbeat, increased hunger, shakiness
- Trouble breathing, slow heartbeat, lightheadedness, dizziness
- Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, muscle pain or cramping
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Fever or chills
- Unusual tiredness or weakness
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart or blood vessel disease, heart failure, blood circulation problems, anemia, metabolic acidosis, an adrenal gland or pituitary gland disorder, vitamin B12 deficiency, or had a heart attack. Tell your doctor if you drink alcohol.
- Too much of this medicine can cause a rare, but serious condition called lactic acidosis.
- Part of the extended-release tablet may pass in your stool. This is normal.
- Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine before you have surgery, an x-ray, CT scan, or other medical test.
- This medicine may cause some premenopausal women who do not have regular monthly periods to ovulate. This can increase the chance of pregnancy. If you are a woman of childbearing potential, discuss birth control options with your doctor.
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.