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Mefomin-1000 SR
Metformin (1000mg)
₹41MRP ₹43In stock
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Mefomin-1000 SR is used for mefomin 1000 SR Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Metformin (1000mg)
Available variants: NA 10`S
Best price: ₹41
MRP: ₹43
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
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 Mefomin-1000 SR
Mefomin-1000 SR contains Metformin (1000mg). It belongs to the Biguanide class of medicines.
Uses of Mefomin-1000 SR
Mefomin 1000 SR Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with 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 Mefomin-1000 SR works
Metformin is an anti-diabetic medication (biguanide). It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying sugar (glucose) absorption from intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin.
How to take Mefomin-1000 SR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mefomin 1000 SR Tablet is to be taken with food.
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 Mefomin-1000 SR
Most side effects of Mefomin-1000 SR are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Nausea Vomiting Taste change Diarrhea Abdominal pain Loss of appetite
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 Mefomin-1000 SR
| Pregnancy | Mefomin 1000 SR Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy.<br>Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Mefomin 1000 SR Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby. |
| Alcohol | Taking metformin with alcohol can cause lactic acidosis and you may experience malaise, respiratory distress, slow or irregular heartbeat, sleepiness, stomach upset, or other unusual symptoms. |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Mefomin 1000 SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mefomin 1000 SR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<br>Use of Mefomin 1000 SR Tablet is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine. |
| Liver | Mefomin 1000 SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mefomin 1000 SR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<br>Mefomin 1000 SR Tablet is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. |
| Habit forming | No |
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 Mefomin-1000 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 Mefomin-1000 SR
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Mefomin-1000 SR
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:
- MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class:
- Biguanide
Substitutes for Mefomin-1000 SR
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Metformin (1000mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Mefomin-1000 SR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biciphage 1000 mg Tablet | 1X10 | ₹39 | 5% cheaper |
| Dibeta SR 1 g TabletTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹41 | 1% more |
| Elcephase-1000SR Tablet | 10'S | ₹43 | 6% more |
| Exermet 1000 SR TabletCIPLA LIMITED | tablet · 15`S | ₹62 | 52% more |
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Mefomin-1000 SR FAQs
What is Mefomin-1000 SR used for?
Mefomin-1000 SR is commonly used for Mefomin 1000 SR Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with 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 Mefomin-1000 SR?
Mefomin-1000 SR contains Metformin (1000mg). 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 Mefomin-1000 SR?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Mefomin-1000 SR work?
Metformin is an anti-diabetic medication (biguanide).
Is Mefomin-1000 SR a prescription medicine?
Yes. Mefomin-1000 SR 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 Mefomin-1000 SR?
The side effects reported most often with Mefomin-1000 SR are Nausea
Vomiting
Taste change
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
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 Mefomin-1000 SR be taken during pregnancy?
Mefomin 1000 SR Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy.<br>Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Mefomin-1000 SR.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Mefomin-1000 SR?
Taking metformin with alcohol can cause lactic acidosis and you may experience malaise, respiratory distress, slow or irregular heartbeat, sleepiness, stomach upset, or other unusual symptoms.
What if I miss a dose of Mefomin-1000 SR?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Mefomin-1000 SR habit forming?
No. Mefomin-1000 SR is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Mefomin-1000 SR?
Biciphage 1000 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹39 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Mefomin-1000 SR cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Mefomin-1000 SR starts at ₹41 (MRP ₹43) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in NA 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Mefomin-1000 SR?
Mefomin-1000 SR is manufactured by MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Mefomin-1000 SR delivered?
Mefomin-1000 SR 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.
Mefomin-1000 SR, Quick facts
- Salt
- Metformin (1000mg)
- Best price
- ₹41
- MRP
- ₹43
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Manufacturer
- MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class
- Biguanide
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- NA 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Mefomin-1000 SR 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.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Mefomin-1000 SR.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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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.