Skip to main content
PingMeDoc
Prescription requiredFranco-indian PharmaceuticalsAnti-diabetic

Glyciphage SR 500

Metformin

₹25MRP ₹27In stock
Order on WhatsApp

Delivery across India: ₹49 delivery, free above ₹999. Chennai express delivery is chargeable.

This medicine needs a prescription.

You can pay now and add the prescription afterwards. We pack your order only after a pharmacist verifies it.

Upload prescriptionNo prescription? A doctor will call you (free)

A doctor decides whether a prescription can be issued. If it is not issued, the prescription items in your order are cancelled and refunded. You choose this at checkout.

Glyciphage SR 500 is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

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

Licensed pharmacyPharmacist-verified orderDelivered across India

Key details

Salt: Metformin
Available variants: NA 10`S
Best price: ₹25
MRP: ₹27
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS

Ordering notes

Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy

Composition of Glyciphage SR 500

Glyciphage SR 500 contains Metformin. It belongs to the Biguanide class of medicines.

Uses of Glyciphage SR 500

This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

Key benefits

  • First-choice medicine for type 2 diabetes
  • Does not usually cause weight gain
  • Low risk of hypoglycaemia when used alone

How Glyciphage SR 500 works

Metformin lowers blood sugar by reducing the amount of glucose your liver releases and by helping your muscles respond better to your own insulin. It does not force your pancreas to make more insulin, which is why it rarely causes low blood sugar on its own.

How to take Glyciphage SR 500

Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a dangerous build-up of acid in the blood, with vomiting, severe weakness and laboured breathing. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Glyciphage SR 500

Most side effects of Glyciphage SR are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

  • Nausea
  • Loose motions
  • Stomach pain
  • Metallic taste
  • Loss of appetite
  • Flatulence

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Glyciphage SR 500

PregnancyConsult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
BreastfeedingConsult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
AlcoholDo not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
DrivingNot expected to affect your ability to drive.
KidneyConsult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
LiverConsult your doctor if you have liver disease.
Habit formingNo

Warnings and precautions

Stomach upset is common in the first two weeks and usually settles; taking it with food helps. Tell your doctor before any surgery or a scan that uses contrast dye — this medicine is usually stopped for a short time around them. Stop and seek urgent care if you develop deep rapid breathing, severe weakness, muscle pain or vomiting with cold clammy skin. This is rare but serious. Long-term use can lower vitamin B12, so your doctor may check it from time to time.

Do not take Glyciphage SR if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with severe kidney disease, severe liver disease, or an acute illness causing dehydration. Not for people who have had diabetic ketoacidosis.

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor about water tablets, steroids, and any contrast dye scan. Alcohol increases the risk of the rare acid build-up and should be limited.

How to store Glyciphage SR 500

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Glyciphage SR 500

Take it with or just after food to reduce stomach upset. Keep taking it even when your sugar readings look normal — that is the medicine working. Continue your diet and physical activity; this medicine works alongside them, not instead of them.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:
FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS
Therapeutic class:
Anti-diabetic
Drug class:
Biguanide

More from Franco-indian Pharmaceuticals

View categories
Addex Ointment
5% offRx

Addex Ointment

Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals - Ointment - 500mg - 10 G

₹188₹198

Save ₹10

Prescription required

Addex Powder
5% offRx

Addex Powder

Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals - Powder - 10 G

₹296₹311

Save ₹15

Prescription required

Amicline Plus Tab
6% offRx

Amicline Plus Tab

Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals - Tablet - 250mg + 375mg - 10 S

₹99₹105

Save ₹6

Prescription required

Amicline Tab
7% offRx

Amicline Tab

Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals - Tablet - 500mg - 10 S

₹14₹15

Save ₹1

Prescription required

6% offRx

Atheart 10MG Tab

Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals - Tablet - 10 mg - 10 S

₹50₹53

Save ₹3

Prescription required

Benalgis Forte
5% off

Benalgis Forte

Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals - 15 S

₹269₹284

Save ₹15

5% off

Benalgis-10S

Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals - 10 S

₹136₹143

Save ₹7

Brakke Tab 10S
5% offRx

Brakke Tab 10S

Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals - Tablet - 10 S

₹177₹187

Save ₹10

Prescription required

More in Metformin

View categories
Caricom Tab
5% offRx

Caricom Tab

Comed Chemicals - Tablet - 15 S

₹387₹408

Save ₹21

Prescription required

Com-D3 Strong Cap
5% offRx

Com-D3 Strong Cap

Comed Chemicals - Capsule - 1500mcg + 50mg + 0.25mcg + 7.5mg + 45mcg + 1250mg + 800mcg - 10 S

₹244₹257

Save ₹13

Prescription required

Cortimax Sus
Rx

Cortimax Sus

Zuventus Healthcare Ltd - 30 ml

₹91₹95

Save ₹4

Prescription required

Dobecure Cream
5% offRx

Dobecure Cream

Walfs Pharma - Cream - 5%W/W + 0.25%W/W + 0.25%W/W + 3%W/W - 30 G

₹128₹135

Save ₹7

Prescription required

Dronis-P 4MG Tab
5% offRx

Dronis-P 4MG Tab

Sun Pharma - Tablet - 4 mg - 24 S

₹456₹480

Save ₹24

Prescription required

5% offRx

Eglucent Mix 25 Kwikpen

Lupin Lab - 3 ml

₹1,416₹1,490

Save ₹74

Prescription required

Essendo-E2 Tab
5% offRx

Essendo-E2 Tab

Olympus - Tablet - 2mg - 28 S

₹355₹374

Save ₹19

Prescription required

Fegra 180 10S
5% offRx

Fegra 180 10S

Comed Chemicals - 10 S

₹119₹125

Save ₹6

Prescription required

Popular on PingMeDoc Pharmacy

View categories
Sofy Antibacteria Sanitary Pads Xl

Sofy Antibacteria Sanitary Pads Xl

Unicharm India Pvt Ltd - 15 Piece

₹185
Zincolife Syrup
11% offRxOut of stock

Zincolife Syrup

Mankind (Pharma) - Syrup - 50 ml

₹76₹85

Save ₹9

Prescription required

12% offRx

Zeptol 200 Tablet

Sun Pharma - Tablet - 200.0 mg - 10 Tablet

₹15₹17

Save ₹2

Prescription required

Zentel Tablet
11% offRx

Zentel Tablet

Glaxo Smithkline Pharma - Tablet - 1 Tablet

₹17₹19

Save ₹2

Prescription required

Zeptol Cr 200 Tablet
11% offRx

Zeptol Cr 200 Tablet

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd - Tablet - 10 Tablet

₹24₹27

Save ₹3

Prescription required

Zeepam Injection
Rx

Zeepam Injection

Tamman Titoe Pharma Pvt Ltd - Injection - 2 ml

₹12

Prescription required

Available in store

In-store
Zerolac Powder

Zerolac Powder

Raptokos & Brett - Powder - 400 G

₹308
Zyrcold Syrup
10% offOut of stock

Zyrcold Syrup

Dr Reddys Laboratories Ltd - Syrup - 100 ml

₹162₹180

Save ₹18

Glyciphage SR 500 FAQs

What is Glyciphage SR 500 used for?
Glyciphage SR 500 is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Glyciphage SR 500?
Glyciphage SR 500 contains Metformin. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Glyciphage SR 500?
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Glyciphage SR 500 work?
Metformin lowers blood sugar by reducing the amount of glucose your liver releases and by helping your muscles respond better to your own insulin.
Is Glyciphage SR 500 a prescription medicine?
Yes. Glyciphage SR 500 is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Glyciphage SR 500?
The side effects reported most often with Glyciphage SR are Nausea, Loose motions, Stomach pain, Metallic taste, Loss of appetite. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Glyciphage SR 500 be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Glyciphage SR.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Glyciphage SR 500?
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Glyciphage SR 500?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Glyciphage SR 500 habit forming?
No. Glyciphage SR 500 is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Glyciphage SR 500 cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Glyciphage SR 500 starts at ₹25 (MRP ₹27) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in NA 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Glyciphage SR 500?
Glyciphage SR 500 is manufactured by FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Glyciphage SR 500 delivered?
Glyciphage SR 500 is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.

Glyciphage SR 500, Quick facts

Salt
Metformin
Best price
₹25
MRP
₹27
Prescription
Required (Rx)
Brand
FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS
Manufacturer
FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS
Therapeutic class
Anti-diabetic
Drug class
Biguanide
Habit forming
No
Variants
NA 10`S
Delivery
Standard across India

References

The information on Glyciphage SR 500 is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.

  1. PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
  2. CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
  3. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
  4. National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
  5. Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Glyciphage SR 500.
  6. World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

Next steps

Safety disclaimer

Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.