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Okamet 500 Tablet
Metformin (500 mg)
Okamet 500 Tablet is used for lowers blood sugar levels, improves insulin sensitivity, aids in weight management.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹21₹1.04 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Metformin (500 mg)
Available variants: tablet 20 Tablet
Best price: ₹21 (₹1.04 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: COMMON PRODUCTS
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 Okamet 500 Tablet
Okamet 500 Tablet contains Metformin (500 mg). It belongs to the Biguanide class of medicines.
Uses of Okamet 500 Tablet
- Lowers blood sugar levels
- improves insulin sensitivity
- aids in weight management
Key benefits
- First-choice medicine for type 2 diabetes
- Does not usually cause weight gain
- Low risk of hypoglycaemia when used alone
How Okamet 500 Tablet works
Decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity; acts in liver and gut.
How to take Okamet 500 Tablet
Take with meals, drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol consumption
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 Okamet 500 Tablet
Most side effects of Okamet are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- GI upset (nausea
- diarrhea); rare risk of lactic acidosis.
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 Okamet 500 Tablet
| Pregnancy | Okamet 500 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 | Okamet 500 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 | Okamet 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Okamet 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<br/>Use of Okamet 500 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 | Okamet 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Okamet 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<br/>Okamet 500 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
Inform clinician about kidney problems; withhold around iodinated contrast when advised.
Do not take Okamet 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 Okamet 500 Tablet
Store below 25°C; protect from moisture.
Expert advice for Okamet 500 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:
- COMMON PRODUCTS
- Therapeutic class:
- prescription
- Drug class:
- Biguanide
Substitutes for Okamet 500 Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Metformin (500 mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Okamet 500 Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eldamet 500SR TabletVIBHU HEALTHCARE LLP | tablet · 10`S | ₹21 | 1% cheaper |
| Bimet 500 mg TabletARETAEUS PHARMACEUTICALS` | tablet · 10`S | ₹21 | 1% more |
| Uformin-500 SR TabletIDEAL LIFESCIENCES P LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹22 | 7% more |
| Melmet-500 TabletMICRO LABS | tablet · 20`S | ₹40 | 91% more |
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Okamet 500 Tablet FAQs
What is Okamet 500 Tablet used for?
Okamet 500 Tablet is commonly used for Lowers blood sugar levels, improves insulin sensitivity, aids in weight management. 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 Okamet 500 Tablet?
Okamet 500 Tablet contains Metformin (500 mg). 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 Okamet 500 Tablet?
Take with meals, drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol consumption Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Okamet 500 Tablet work?
Decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity; acts in liver and gut.
Is Okamet 500 Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Okamet 500 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 Okamet 500 Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Okamet are GI upset (nausea, diarrhea); rare risk of lactic acidosis.. 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 Okamet 500 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Okamet 500 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 Okamet.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Okamet 500 Tablet?
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 Okamet 500 Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Okamet 500 Tablet habit forming?
No. Okamet 500 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Okamet 500 Tablet?
Eldamet 500SR Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹21 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 Okamet 500 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Okamet 500 Tablet starts at ₹21 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 20 Tablet. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Okamet 500 Tablet?
Okamet 500 Tablet is manufactured by COMMON PRODUCTS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Okamet 500 Tablet delivered?
Okamet 500 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.
Okamet 500 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Metformin (500 mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹21 (₹1.04 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- COMMON PRODUCTS
- Manufacturer
- COMMON PRODUCTS
- Therapeutic class
- prescription
- Drug class
- Biguanide
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 20 Tablet
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Okamet 500 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 Okamet 500 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.