GLUCOPHAGE XR 1000MG TAB 30'S

Each pack contains 30 tablets with 1000mg of the active ingredient, designed for extended release to help manage type 2 diabetes mellitus. The XR (Extended Release) formulation allows for once-daily dosing and provides steady drug levels throughout the day.

Allergy Warning: Do not use if allergic to metformin or any other ingredients in the tablet. Kidney Function: Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems. Metformin is not recommended if kidney function is severely impaired. Liver & Heart Issues: Use cautiously if you have liver disease or heart failure. Lactic Acidosis Risk: Though rare, this serious condition can occur. Watch for symptoms such as muscle pain, weakness, trouble breathing, dizziness, stomach pain, or irregular heartbeat. Seek immediate medical attention if these occur. Alcohol: Limit or avoid alcohol as it increases the risk of lactic acidosis and hypoglycemia. Contrast Dye Procedures: Inform your doctor before any imaging procedures using iodinated contrast agents, as metformin may need to be stopped temporarily. Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor before use. Hypoglycemia: Metformin alone rarely causes low blood sugar but can if combined with other diabetes drugs. Regular Monitoring: Regular blood tests for kidney function and blood sugar levels are necessary. Do Not Stop Abruptly: Do not discontinue without medical advice.

Helps lower blood sugar and improves insulin sensitivity. Extended-release form reduces gastrointestinal discomfort. Convenient once-daily dosing improves adherence. Often used alone or with other diabetes medications.

Drug Class: Biguanide oral antidiabetic medication. Mechanism of Action: Decreases hepatic glucose production (reduces sugar made by the liver). Improves insulin sensitivity, allowing better glucose uptake by muscles and tissues. Indication: Used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus, especially in overweight patients or when diet and exercise alone are insufficient. Formulation: Extended-release tablet designed for once-daily dosing to minimize side effects and improve convenience. Onset & Duration: Effects begin within hours; steady blood levels maintained throughout the day with XR formulation. Combination Use: Can be used with other antidiabetic agents like sulfonylureas, DPP-4 inhibitors, or insulin under medical supervision. Lifestyle: Maintaining a balanced diet and regular exercise is essential for optimal blood sugar control. Storage: Store below 30°C, keep dry and protected from light. Prescription: Available only with a doctor's prescription and requires medical supervision.

One Glucophage XR 1000 mg extended release tablet contains 1000 mg metformin hydrochloride corresponding to 780 mg metformin base. Excipients/Inactive Ingredients: Glucophage: Tablet Core: Povidone K 30, Magnesium stearate. Film-coating: Hypromellose for Glucophage 850 mg.