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Type 2 diabetes mellitus (to control high blood sugar) along with diet and exercise; may be used alone or with other antidiabetic medicines.

Metformin is a biguanide antidiabetic. It reduces glucose production in the liver, decreases intestinal absorption of glucose, and improves insulin sensitivity to increase peripheral glucose uptake and utilization.

Take by mouth as prescribed, preferably with meals to reduce stomach upset. Swallow tablet with water; do not crush/chew unless advised. Dose is individualized; regular monitoring of blood glucose/HbA1c is recommended.

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, metallic taste, headache, vitamin B12 deficiency (with long-term use)

Risk of lactic acidosis (rare but serious)—seek urgent care if deep/rapid breathing, severe weakness, muscle pain, abdominal pain, or drowsiness occurs. Use with caution in kidney impairment; dose adjustment/avoid may be needed based on eGFR. Temporarily stop before/after iodinated contrast procedures and major surgery as advised. Use caution in liver disease, alcohol use, dehydration, and in elderly. Monitor renal function periodically and consider vitamin B12 monitoring with long-term therapy.

Alcohol (increases lactic acidosis risk), iodinated contrast media, cimetidine, carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (e.g., topiramate/acetazolamide), diuretics, corticosteroids, thyroid hormones, sympathomimetics, other antidiabetic drugs/insulin (increased hypoglycaemia risk when combined)

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from moisture and light. Keep out of reach of children.

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