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Metlong 500 mg Tablet
Metformin (500mg)
Metlong 500 mg Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹16₹1.62 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Metformin (500mg)
Available variants: tablet 500 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹16 (₹1.62 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: PANACEA BIOTEC
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Composition of Metlong 500 mg Tablet
Metlong 500 mg Tablet contains Metformin (500mg). It belongs to the Biguanide class of medicines.
Uses of Metlong 500 mg Tablet
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 Metlong 500 mg Tablet 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 Metlong 500 mg Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it with or just after food. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. 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 Metlong 500 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Metlong 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 Metlong 500 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine. |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease. |
| Liver | Consult your doctor if you have 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 Metlong 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 Metlong 500 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Metlong 500 mg Tablet
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:
- PANACEA BIOTEC
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class:
- Biguanide
Substitutes for Metlong 500 mg Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Metformin (500mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Metlong 500 mg Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eldamet 500SR TabletVIBHU HEALTHCARE LLP | tablet · 10`S | ₹21 | 27% more |
| Bimet 500 mg TabletARETAEUS PHARMACEUTICALS` | tablet · 10`S | ₹21 | 30% more |
| Uformin-500 SR TabletIDEAL LIFESCIENCES P LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹22 | 38% more |
| Melmet-500 TabletMICRO LABS | tablet · 20`S | ₹40 | 146% more |
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Metlong 500 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Metlong 500 mg Tablet used for?
Metlong 500 mg Tablet 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 Metlong 500 mg Tablet?
Metlong 500 mg Tablet contains Metformin (500mg). 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 Metlong 500 mg Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Metlong 500 mg Tablet 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 Metlong 500 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Metlong 500 mg Tablet 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 Metlong 500 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Metlong 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 Metlong 500 mg Tablet 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 Metlong.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Metlong 500 mg Tablet?
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Metlong 500 mg Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Metlong 500 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Metlong 500 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Metlong 500 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Metlong 500 mg Tablet starts at ₹16 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 500 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Metlong 500 mg Tablet?
Metlong 500 mg Tablet is manufactured by PANACEA BIOTEC. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Metlong 500 mg Tablet delivered?
Metlong 500 mg Tablet 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.
Metlong 500 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Metformin (500mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹16 (₹1.62 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Manufacturer
- PANACEA BIOTEC
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class
- Biguanide
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 500 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Metlong 500 mg Tablet 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 Metlong 500 mg Tablet.
- 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.