Metformin (Glucophage) is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Tablets
METFORMIN (Glucophage)
Possible Uses of This Medication
METFORMIN (Glucophage) is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. Treatment is combined with a balanced diet and exercise. More info...
Before using
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:; frequently drink alcohol or alcohol-containing beverages; More info...
How to take this medication
Take metformin tablets by mouth, with meals. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow the tablets with a drink of water. More
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Cautions
Visit your prescriber or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Your prescriber will check your blood sugar, kidney function, and other tests from time to time. More
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Possible side effects
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:; More
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Drug interactions
Alcohol; cimetidine; digoxin; dofetilide; morphine; nifedipine; procainamide; propantheline; quinidine; quinine; ranitidine; trimethoprim; vancomycin; water pills (diuretics like amiloride, furosemide, triamterene) . More
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Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
Storage
Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from moisture and light. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
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