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Okamet 500 Tablet
Metformin (500 mg)
₹21In stock
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Okamet 500 Tablet is used for lowers blood sugar levels, improves insulin sensitivity, aids in weight management.
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Key details
Salt: Metformin (500 mg)
Available variants: tablet 20 Tablet
Price: ₹21 (₹1.04 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: COMMON PRODUCTS
Ordering notes
Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Okamet 500 Tablet in Bangladesh
103 brands registered in Bangladesh with the same salt, strength and form.
- Belmet 500Belsen Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Benformin 500Benham Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- BigmetRenata PLC
- Bigmet-500 F.CRenata PLC. Bhaluka
- Bimet 500Kumudini Pharma Ltd.
- Centomin 500Centeon Pharma Limited
- CometSquare Pharmaceuticals PLC, Pabna
- D-Met 500Ad-din Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- DaominThe ACME Laboratories Ltd.
- Deformin-500Zenith Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- DiaMedimet Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Diabest 500Al-Madina Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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- DiabexG. A. Company Ltd.
- Diablo 500DBL Pharmaceuticals Limited
- Diafit 500Team Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- DiaforminPrime Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- DiafreMystic Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- DiametJanasheba Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- DiaminVirgo Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- DMF 500Doctor Tims Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- EtfoAblation Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- EtformNevian Lifescience PLC
- EtforminReliance Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- FormetBiopharma Ltd.
- G-MetforminGonoshasthaya Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- G-Phase 500Edruc Ltd.
- Glucofix 500Rangs Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- GlucolessAlbert David (BD) Limited
- GlucometAristopharma Limited
- Glucomin 500NIPRO JMI Pharma Limited
- GlufaxKDH Laboratories Ltd.
- GlunilNipa Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- GlunorEskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Mirpur.
- Glunor 500Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Tongi,Gazipur
- GluphageSilva Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- GlutecTechno Drugs Ltd., Satipara, Narshingdi
- GlyminHealthcare Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- GOODMET 500Goodman Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- HimetNational Laboratories Ltd.
- I-Met 500Indo-Bangla Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Info-500Bristol Pharma Ltd.
- InformetBeximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- InsimetIbn Sina Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
- KeminKemiko Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Lowmet 500Novo Healthcare and Pharma Ltd.
- M-FortAlbion Laboratories Ltd.
- M-MinSharif Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- MefinUnited Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- MeforexJayson Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Meforin XRJenphar Bangladesh Ltd.
- MeforminNovatek Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- MegametGlobex Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Meglu 500Unimed Unihealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- MetOpsonin Pharma Limited
- MetabexBikalpa Friends Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- MetarinPopular Pharmaceuticals PLC
- Metbex 500Bexter Pharmaceuticals
- MetcinCrystal Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Metcure 500Desh Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- MetfarThe White Horse Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- MetfastAexim Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- MetfenDoctor's Chemicals Works Ltd.
- Metflix 500C2C Pharma Limited
- MetfoPacific Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Metfomin 500Astra Biopharmaceuticals Ltd.
- MetformAdvanced Chemical Industries PLC.
- MetguardGuardian Healthcare Ltd.
- MetinSupreme Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Metle TabApex Pharma Ltd.
- Metmin XR 500Alco Pharma Limited
- Metnaaf 500Naafco Pharma PLC.
- MetnilMedicon Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Metnor 500Monicopharma Limited
- Metomin 500Somatec Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- MetsaSynovia Pharma PLC.
- Mine-500Premier Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Minifor 500Rephco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- MTmenPharmik Laboratories Ltd.
- Myomet 500Pharmasia Ltd.
- NobesitIncepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Nobesit 500Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (Dhamrai Unit)
- NV-MetNavana Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- ObemetEuro Pharma Ltd.
- ObidDelta Pharma PLC.
- Onmet 500Leon Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- OrametDrug International Ltd.
- Oramet-SR 500Drug International Ltd., Gopalpur
- OrminOrion Pharma Ltd.
- PiminPharmadesh Laboratories Ltd.
- Polimet 500Concord Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Radimet 500 mgRadiant Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- RuzmetAmico Laboratories Ltd.
- SaminMarker Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- SB-Met 500Sunman-Birdem Pharma Ltd.
- StametStandard Laboratories Ltd.
- SucometGlobe Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- SugaconEthical Drug Ltd.
- SugametGeneral Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- SuminOrbit Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Umet-500Army Pharma Limited
- VerimetVeritas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Wellmet 500One Pharma Ltd.
- XelmetBeacon Pharmaceuticals PLC
Brand names differ between countries. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor in Bangladesh before switching. We don't sell or ship these brands. Source: Directorate General of Drug Administration, Bangladesh.
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
Benefits of Okamet 500 Tablet
- In Type 2 diabetes
- Okamet lowers the amount of sugar your liver releases and helps your body use its own insulin, so blood sugar stays in a steadier range through the day. Keeping sugar controlled over the years protects the eyes, kidneys, nerves and heart from the damage diabetes causes.
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 gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- GI upset (nausea, diarrhea)
- rare risk of lactic acidosis
Stop the medicine and get help at once 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
- 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.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- 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.
- Breast feedingSAFE
- 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.
- DrivingSAFE
- Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyUNSAFE
- 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.
- LiverUNSAFE
- 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.
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.
Quick tips 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.
Related lab tests
People taking Okamet are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- COMMON PRODUCTS
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-diabetic
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gluconorm SR 500 TabletLupin Ltd | tablet · 15 Tablet | ₹34 | 63% more |
| Melmet-500 TabletMICRO LABS | tablet · 20`S | ₹40 | 91% more |
| Metafort 500ERIS LIFE SCIENCES PVT LTD | 15`S | ₹42 | 101% 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 are the benefits of Okamet 500 Tablet?
Type 2 diabetes: Okamet lowers the amount of sugar your liver releases and helps your body use its own insulin, so blood sugar stays in a steadier range through the day. Keeping sugar controlled over the years protects the eyes, kidneys, nerves and heart from the damage diabetes causes.
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?
Consult your doctor before taking Okamet 500 Tablet in pregnancy. 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?
Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on Okamet 500 Tablet.
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.
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 from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Okamet 500 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Metformin (500 mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Price
- ₹21 (₹1.04 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- COMMON PRODUCTS
- Manufacturer
- COMMON PRODUCTS
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class
- Biguanide
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 20 Tablet
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- 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.