Glycomet 850mg
| SKU | 661 |
|---|---|
| Generic For | Glucophage |
| Strength | 850mg |
| Manufacturer | Otsira |
| Active Ingredient | Metformin Hcl |
| Pack Size | Qty | Price Per Pill or Unit | Price | Cart | |
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| 30 Tablet/s | US$ 0.18 | US$ 5.50 | |||
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| 60 Tablet/s | US$ 0.13 | US$ 8.0027%US$ 11.00 | |||
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| 90 Tablet/s | US$ 0.13 | US$ 12.0027%US$ 16.50 | |||
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Glycomet 850 mg Tablet contains Metformin Hydrochloride, a widely prescribed oral antidiabetic medicine for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control blood sugar levels by reducing glucose production in the liver, improving insulin sensitivity, and enhancing the body’s natural glucose utilization.
Uses of Glycomet 850 mg:
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Controls high blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
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Helps prevent diabetes-related complications such as nerve damage, kidney issues, and heart problems
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Supports weight management in diabetic patients
How It Works:
Metformin in Glycomet 850 mg decreases the liver’s glucose output and increases the uptake of sugar by muscles, leading to better glycemic control without causing significant weight gain.
Key Benefits:
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Effective for long-term diabetes management
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Helps improve cholesterol and lipid profiles
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Reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications
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Can be used alone or with other antidiabetic medicines
What medicates interact with Glycomet 850 ?
Avoid taking these drugs while using Glycomet 850 mg
- Morphine
- Amiloride
- Procainamide
- Ranitidine
- Trimethoprim
- Calcium channel blockers
- Quinidine
- Triamterene
- Digoxin
- Vancomycin
- Cimetidine
- Furosemide
- Nifedipine
- Chromium
- Q-10
- Glucosamine
When should Glycomet 850 not be used?
The use of medication is contraindicated in the following conditions:
- Hypersensitivity towards Metformin HCl and other ingredients of the formulation
- Metabolic acidosis
- Sepsis hypoxemia.
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic dysfunction
Carefully use the medication in these conditions:
- Serious medical conditions like myocardial infarction, stroke, etc.
- Concurrent renal disease
- Hypoxia
- Chronic alcohol use
- Pituitary deficiency or hyperthyroidism
- Geriatrics
- Infections, or surgical procedures
- Paediatrics
- Lactation
- Pregnancy
How should Glycomet 850 mg be taken?
Most patients prescribed with 500 mg dose that needs to be taken thrice daily, while 850 mg dose should be taken twice daily to provide effective diabetes control. Follow prescribed diet and exercise regimen along with the medication. Monitor signs of hypoglycemia. In case hypoglycemia occurs, take honey or two spoons fo sugar dissolved in water. Test your blood sugar levels regularly. Take your medicine daily as directed by your physician. You should read the prescription label properly before starting the treatment. Avoid gastrointestinal problems by taking the tablet with food. Refill your prescription once your medicines are over.
How long should Glycomet be taken?
Glycomet 850 should be taken for as long as recommended by your physician.
Missed dose of Glycomet
In case you miss a dose of Glycomet 850 mg, talk to your physician. Make sure that you don’t double up your doses to catch up the forgotten one.
How to store Glycomet 850 ?
- Keep the medicine in its original package
- Ensure that your children don't have access to the medication
- Store it at controlled room temperature
- Place the packet away from heat and flame
What are the side effects of Glycomet 850?
The side effects that are associated with Glycomet 850 are given below:
- Nausea
- abdominal bloating
- unpleasant metallic taste
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- lactic acidosis
- hypoglycemia
- decrease vitamin B12 issues
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