Glucare XR 500 mg 30 tablets

Product description: Metformin Hydrochloride is used to treat type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise are not sufficient to control blood sugar levels. Effective especially for overweight patients. Do not take Metformin Hydrochloride if you: are allergic to metformin or any of its ingredients; have liver problems; have severe kidney impairment; have uncontrolled diabetes (severe high blood sugar, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rapid weight loss); have severe inflammation (lungs, bronchi, kidneys); have severe heart failure, recently had a heart attack, or have serious circulation problems or difficulty breathing; drink large amounts of alcohol. Warnings and precautions: Risk of lactic acidosis: Metformin may cause rare but serious side effects called lactic acidosis, especially if kidneys are not functioning well, or in uncontrolled diabetes, severe infections, liver problems, or dehydration. If symptoms appear: stop the medication immediately and go to the hospital. Symptoms of lactic acidosis: vomiting, stomach pain, muscle cramps, extreme fatigue, difficulty breathing, low body temperature, and rapid heartbeat. Risk of low blood sugar: often occurs when using metformin with other diabetes medications. Symptoms include: weakness, dizziness, excessive sweating, palpitations, blurred vision, difficulty concentrating. Treat quickly by consuming something containing sugar. Possible side effects: inform your doctor if you notice: lactic acidosis, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, change in taste. Other medications and Metformin Hydrochloride: inform your doctor if you use: diuretics, pain and anti-inflammatory medications, blood pressure medications, beta-2 antagonists (like salbutamol), steroids, other diabetes medications. How to take Metformin Hydrochloride: children aged 10 and above and adolescents: starting dose: 500 mg or 850 mg once daily. maximum dose: 2000 mg in 2–3 doses. adults: starting dose: 500 mg or 850 mg twice or three times daily. maximum dose: 3000 mg in 3 doses. Storage instructions: keep out of reach of children. do not use after expiration date. Product details: brand: Glucophage; quantity: 30 tablets; product form: tablets; product type: tablets.