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Contains: Metformin (500mg)
Glycomet 500 Tablet contains Metformin (500mg) and is used for type 2 diabetes mellitus (to control blood glucose). Prescription required.
Glycomet 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine containing Metformin (500mg). It is used for type 2 diabetes mellitus (to control blood glucose), prediabetes, insulin resistance (as advised by doctor), polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) with insulin resistance (off-label and as prescribed). It belongs to the group of medicines called Biguanide.
Tablet (immediate-release): take exactly as prescribed, usually with or after meals to reduce stomach upset. The dose and how long you take it depend on what you are being treated for and how you respond. Do not take more, or for longer, than your doctor has advised.
The side effects seen most often with Glycomet 500 Tablet are nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal pain. Most are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. Tell your doctor if one persists or worries you.
Before you start, tell your doctor about any liver, kidney or heart problem, whether you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, and every other medicine you take, including supplements and ayurvedic preparations. Some of them can change how Glycomet 500 Tablet works.
Most side effects of Glycomet are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
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.
Tablet (immediate-release): take exactly as prescribed, usually with or after meals to reduce stomach upset. Swallow with water; do not crush unless advised. Take at the same time each day; if a dose is missed, take it when remembered unless it is close to the next dose (do not double).
Metformin decreases glucose production in the liver and reduces intestinal glucose absorption. It also improves insulin sensitivity in muscle and fat, helping the body use insulin better and lowering blood sugar without usually causing hypoglycaemia when used alone.
Risk of lactic acidosis (rare but serious) especially with kidney disease, severe dehydration, sepsis, shock, severe liver disease, or heavy alcohol use—seek urgent care for rapid breathing, severe weakness, persistent vomiting, abdominal pain or drowsiness. Use with caution in renal impairment; kidney function should be checked before and during therapy. Temporarily stop metformin during severe vomiting/diarrhoea/dehydration and before/after iodinated contrast procedures or major surgery as advised by doctor. Monitor for hypoglycaemia when combined with insulin or sulfonylureas. Long-term use may lower vitamin B12—periodic monitoring may be needed.
If you miss a dose of Glycomet 500 SR Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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.
Alcohol, Iodinated contrast media, Insulin and sulfonylureas (e.g., glimepiride) (increased hypoglycaemia risk), Cimetidine (may increase metformin levels), Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (e.g., topiramate, acetazolamide) (increased acidosis risk), Diuretics and ACE inhibitors/ARBs (via dehydration/renal function changes), Corticosteroids and some antipsychotics (may raise blood glucose)
Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.
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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.
Medical disclaimer: product information is for awareness only and does not replace medical advice. For Rx medicines, a valid prescription is required. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalised guidance.
