Metforan 1000mg Tablet SR
Manufacturer
Ankran Biotech Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Metformin (1000mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Metforan 1000mg Tablet SR is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women, helping to control blood sugar levels and prevent complications.
Dosage Form
Tablet SR
Introduction
Metforan 1000mg Tablet SR is an anti-diabetic medication used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women. It helps control blood sugar levels and prevent serious complications of diabetes. It is also used to treat a menstruation-related disorder known as Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Metforan 1000mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
How it works
Metforan 1000mg Tablet SR is an anti-diabetic medication (biguanide). It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying the absorption of sugar (glucose) from the intestines, and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Metforan 1000mg Tablet SR to control the blood sugar level and reduce the risk of diabetic complications such as heart attacks. Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or on delaying/skipping a meal. Carry a sugar source with you for immediate relief. Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as Metforan 1000mg Tablet SR may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis. Prolonged use of Metforan 1000mg Tablet SR may lead to vitamin B12 deficiency which may lead to anemia, causing fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath or headache. Your doctor will monitor your blood sugar levels and kidney functions regularly while you are taking this medication.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Metformin 1000mg Tablet SR do exactly?
Metformin 1000mg Tablet SR helps people with type 2 diabetes by reducing the increased levels of sugar in their blood. It decreases glucose production from the liver and absorption from the intestine after eating, while improving insulin sensitivity and promoting the body's response to naturally produced insulin.
Does Metformin 1000mg Tablet SR cause weight loss?
Yes, Metformin 1000mg Tablet SR has been shown to cause weight loss in people who are overweight or obese. It may also help individuals at risk for diabetes lose a modest amount of weight. However, it is essential to consult your doctor before taking this medicine for weight loss purposes.
What are the benefits of taking Metformin 1000mg Tablet SR?
Metformin 1000mg Tablet SR helps control blood sugar levels by promoting the body's response to insulin, decreasing liver glucose production, and reducing intestinal glucose absorption. Unlike other oral antidiabetic medicines, it rarely causes low blood sugar as it prevents excessive insulin secretion from the pancreas.
Can Metformin 1000mg Tablet SR make you sleepy?
Metformin 1000mg Tablet SR usually does not cause sleepiness and is well-tolerated. However, it may occasionally lead to sleep disorders or insomnia in rare cases, particularly if kidney function is impaired. Consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness or drowsiness while taking Metformin 1000mg Tablet SR.
How to take Metformin 1000mg Tablet SR?
Take Metformin 1000mg Tablet SR with or after a meal. Swallow the tablet whole without crushing or chewing it, and consume it with water. If your doctor has prescribed one tablet per day, take it in the morning with breakfast. For two tablets per day, take one in the morning and one in the evening with dinner. When taking three doses per day, apart from morning and evening, take it with lunch. Taking Metformin 1000mg Tablet SR with meals may help reduce digestive issues such as indigestion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach ache, and loss of appetite.
