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 Generic Glucophage Information
Generic: Metformin 500/850 mg |
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Generic Glucophage (Metformin) is used for treating type II diabetes in adults and children. |
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Brand Name: Glucophage |
Shelf Life: 5 Years |
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Drug Name
Generic Glucophage (Metformin)
Active Ingredient
Metformin
Generic Glucophage Information on Uses
Generic Glucophage - Metformin is used for treating type II diabetes in adults and children. It may be used alone or in combination with other diabetic medications. Metformin - Generic Glucophage also has been used to prevent the development of diabetes in people at risk for diabetes and to treat polycystic ovaries.
How is Generic Glucophage Taken
For adults, generic Glucophage - metformin is usually started at the dose of 500 mg twice daily or 850 mg daily. The dose is gradually increased by 500 mg weekly or 850 mg every two weeks as tolerated and based on the response of the levels of glucose in the blood. The maximum daily dose is 2550 mg, given in three divided doses.
Generic Glucophage Drug Class and Mechanism
Metformin is an oral medication that lowers blood glucose (sugar) and is used for treating type II diabetes. Generic Glucophage - Metformin acts by increasing the sensitivity of liver, muscle, fat, and other tissues to the uptake and effects of insulin. These actions lower the level of sugar in the blood. Unlike glucose-lowering drugs of the sulfonylurea class, e.g. glyburide (Micronase; Diabeta) or glipizide (Glucotrol), metformin - generic Glucophage does not increase the concentration of insulin in the blood and, therefore, does not cause excessively low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia) when used alone. In scientific studies, metformin reduced the complications of diabetes such as heart disease, blindness and kidney disease. Metformin - Generic Glucophage was approved by the FDA in December of 1994.
Generic Glucophage Information on Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and only take the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose.
Generic Glucophage Information on Storage
Store at room temperature between 20-25 degrees C (68-77 degrees F).
Generic Glucophage Warnings/Precautions
Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking metformin. Together, alcohol and metformin - generic Glucophage may increase the risk of lactic acidosis and hypoglycemia. Follow diet, medication, and exercise routines closely. Changing any of these things can affect blood sugar levels.
Tell your doctor or other health care provider that you are taking this medication if you need to have surgery or x-ray procedures that require injection of contrast agents. Treatment with generic Glucophage - metformin may need to be stopped for a short period of time. Do not take any over-the-counter cough, cold, allergy, pain, or weight-loss medications without first talking to your doctor. Some conditions may increase the risk of developing lactic acidosis while taking metformin.
Tell your doctor that you are taking metformin if you become ill; if you have a heart attack; have a stroke; develop congestive heart failure; experience diarrhea, vomiting, fever, or dehydration from any cause; decrease in the amount of food or liquid in your normal diet, or develop other health conditions. You may need to stop treatment with generic Glucophage - metformin for a short amount of time until you are feeling better.
Cimetidine (Tagamet), by decreasing the elimination of metformin from the body, can increase the amount of metformin - generic Glucophage in the blood by 40%. This may increase the frequency of side effects from metformin.
There are no adequate studies in pregnant women. Most experts agree that insulin is the best treatment for pregnant women with diabetes. Generic Glucophage - Metformin is excreted into breast milk and can, therefore, be transferred to the nursing infant. Nursing mothers should not use metformin.
Generic Glucophage Information on Possible Side Effects
The most common side effects with generic Glucophage - metformin are nausea, vomiting, gas, bloating, diarrhea and loss of appetite. These symptoms occur in one out of every three patients. These side effects may be severe enough to cause the therapy to be discontinued in one out of every 20 patients. These side effects are related to the dose of the medication and may decrease if the dose is reduced.
A serious-though rare-side effect of metformin is lactic acidosis. Lactic acidosis occurs in one out of every 30,000 patients and is fatal in 50% of cases. The symptoms of lactic acidosis are weakness, trouble breathing, abnormal heartbeats, unusual muscle pain, stomach discomfort, light-headedness and feeling cold. Patients at risk for lactic acidosis include those with the reduced function of the kidneys or liver, congestive heart failure, severe acute illnesses, and dehydration.
Should I have a prescription to buy generic Glucophage?
No, you need not a prescription to buy generic Glucophage. We do not require any prescription from our customers. However we would strongly recommend you to consult your doctor before taking generic Glucophage (Metformin) . You may have some diseases contra-indicated for taking certain kinds of medicines and your doctor will advise you what you can or cannot take.
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