Glucophage 1000 mg 30 tablets
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Product description
Glucophage 1000 mg 30 tablets – Metformin to regulate blood sugar levels
Glucophage 1000 mg (Glucophage 1000 mg) is a common and effective medication for treating type 2 diabetes, containing the active substance Metformin Hydrochloride that helps lower blood sugar levels and improve the body's response to insulin.
What is Glucophage 1000 mg?
Glucophage tablets are a medication containing metformin and belong to a group called Biguanides, which help reduce blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Glucophage 1000 mg is specifically used for patients who need a higher dose of metformin to control blood sugar, especially those who are overweight or insulin resistant.
How does Glucophage work?
Metformin in Glucophage 1000 mg works in several ways to regulate blood sugar levels, including:
Reducing glucose production in the liver
Improving the body's sensitivity to insulin
Increasing cellular utilization of glucose
Reducing sugar absorption from the digestive system
Thus, Glucophage metformin helps control blood sugar levels and reduces the risk of long-term diabetic complications.
Indications for using Glucophage 1000 mg
Glucophage 1000 mg tablets are used in the following cases:
Treatment of type 2 diabetes in adults
Lowering blood sugar levels in diabetics
Improving the body's response to insulin
Using it with other diabetes medications or insulin when needed
It may also be used in some cases to treat Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) related to insulin resistance
How to use Glucophage 1000
Glucophage 1000 mg should be taken according to the doctor's instructions.
Common dosages:
Treatment usually starts with 500 mg or 850 mg doses
The dose is gradually increased based on the body's response
The maximum dose for adults may reach 3000 mg per day divided into multiple doses
It is preferable to take Glucophage tablets with food to reduce stomach upset.
Warnings and precautions
Consult a doctor before using metformin in the following cases:
Kidney diseases
Liver diseases
Heart failure
Severe dehydration
Acute infections
Excessive alcohol consumption
Attention should also be paid to a rare condition called Lactic Acidosis, which requires immediate medical care.
Possible side effects
Some side effects may occur with Glucophage metformin, such as:
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Loss of appetite
Taste changes
Often, these symptoms are temporary and improve with continued treatment.
Drug interactions
Metformin tablets may interact with some medications such as:
Diuretics
Anti-inflammatory drugs
Blood pressure medications
Corticosteroids
Other diabetes medications
Therefore, it is important to inform the doctor of all medications being used.
Storage instructions
Keep the medication at room temperature
Store away from moisture and heat
Keep out of reach of children
Product details
Trade name: Glucophage
Generic name: Metformin Hydrochloride
Concentration: 1000 mg
Dosage form: Tablets
Package: 30 tablets
Pharmaceutical category: Diabetes treatment medications

