Description: Metfor 850 mg Tablet is an oral antidiabetic medication primarily used for managing type 2 diabetes. It works by decreasing glucose production in the liver, improving insulin sensitivity, and enhancing glucose uptake by tissues. This helps in maintaining optimal blood sugar levels.
Ingredients:
- Active Ingredient: Metformin Hydrochloride 850 mg
- Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol, titanium dioxide.
Usage Instructions:
- Dosage: As prescribed by your healthcare provider.
- Frequency: Typically taken once or twice daily with meals to reduce gastrointestinal side effects.
- Special Considerations: Swallow the tablet whole with water. Do not crush or chew the tablet.
Benefits:
- Helps in controlling blood sugar levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes.
- Reduces the risk of diabetes-related complications.
- May aid in weight management and reduce insulin resistance.
- Can be used in combination with other antidiabetic medications.
Precautions:
- Contraindications: Do not use if you have severe kidney or liver impairment, metabolic acidosis, or a known hypersensitivity to metformin.
- Side Effects: Possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite. Rarely, it can cause lactic acidosis, a serious condition.
- Monitoring: Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels and kidney function is recommended.
Storage Instructions:
- Store at room temperature (20-25°C).
- Keep away from excessive moisture and heat.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Manufacturer:
Tabuk Pharmaceuticals
