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Cididap-M 500 Tab — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Cididap-M 500 Tab is used for Type 2 diabetes mellitus (to control high blood sugar), prediabetes (as advised), polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) with insulin resistance (off-label/when prescribed).

Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated June 2026

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Active Ingredient / Composition

Metformin hydrochloride 500 mg (as immediate-release tablet)

What is Cididap-M 500 Tab used for?

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (to control high blood sugar)
prediabetes (as advised)
polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) with insulin resistance (off-label/when prescribed)

How Cididap-M 500 Tab Works

Metformin improves insulin sensitivity and decreases glucose production by the liver (hepatic gluconeogenesis). It also reduces intestinal absorption of glucose and improves peripheral uptake, helping lower blood sugar without usually causing hypoglycaemia when used alone.

Dosage & Directions

Oral tablet. Take exactly as prescribed, usually with or after meals to reduce stomach upset. Swallow with water; do not crush unless advised. Dose is individualized; regular monitoring of blood glucose/HbA1c is recommended.

Always follow your doctor's prescription. Do not self-medicate.

Key Benefits

Lowers fasting and post-meal blood glucose
improves insulin sensitivity
helps reduce HbA1c
weight-neutral to modest weight loss
low risk of hypoglycaemia when used alone

Pregnancy

Consult doctor

Alcohol Interaction

Avoid

Cididap-M 500 Tab — Quick Facts

Composition: Metformin hydrochloride 500 mg (as immediate-release tablet)
Therapeutic class: Antidiabetic
Drug class: Biguanide
Prescription: Required (Rx)
Price: ₹115
Habit forming: No
Storage: Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from moisture and direct light. Keep in original blister pack and out of reach of children.

Cididap-M 500 Tab — Usage FAQs

How should I take this medicine?

Follow the dosage prescribed by your doctor. Do not alter the dose without medical advice.

Can I take this medicine without a prescription?

Prescription-required medicines need a valid Rx. OTC medicines can be purchased directly.

What if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is close to your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose.

How long does it take to show effect?

The time to show effect varies by medicine and condition. Consult your doctor for specific timelines.

Cididap-M 500 Tab — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Active Ingredient / Composition

What is Cididap-M 500 Tab used for?

How Cididap-M 500 Tab Works

Dosage & Directions

Key Benefits

Pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

Cididap-M 500 Tab — Quick Facts

Cididap-M 500 Tab — Usage FAQs

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Cididap-M 500 Tab — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Active Ingredient / Composition

What is Cididap-M 500 Tab used for?

How Cididap-M 500 Tab Works

Dosage & Directions

Key Benefits

Pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

Cididap-M 500 Tab — Quick Facts

Cididap-M 500 Tab — Usage FAQs

More from PingMeDoc™

Safety disclaimer