Metformin ER-500MG Tablet-30 Tablets

$24.99

Metformin is a medication used to help lower blood sugar for Type 2 diabetes, typically in addition to lifestyle intervention of diet and exercise.

Used for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes in patients who need additional support to diet and exercise modification

Typical starting dose is 500 mg once daily with dinner, and may be increased gradually to minimize side effects

Extended-release formulation allows for once daily dosing, with typical maintenance dose of 500 mg to 1 g (1,000 mg) once daily

May be taken with food and must not split, crush, or chew tablets

Metformin requires adequate kidney function so it must be used with caution in those with kidney impairment or 65 years and older

Metformin ER-500MG Tablet-30 Tablets

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Metformin ER-500MG Tablet-30 Tablets

Metformin is a medication used to help lower blood sugar for Type 2 diabetes, typically in addition to lifestyle intervention of diet and exercise.

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am 18 years or older
have not had a hypersensitivity reaction to metformin or any component of the formulation
have a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes mellitus and have already been taking metformin as prescribed by an authorized healthcare provider
do not have Type 1 diabetes mellitus
will not take more than 2,000mg per day
do not have acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic acidosis (DKA)
understand the risk of lactic acidosis while taking this medication, which may be characterized by fast breathing or heart rate, weakness, muscle soreness, abdominal pain, and severe loss of energy. If suspected lactic acidosis occurs, I will discontinue the medication immediately and seek medical attention.
understand this medication may interact with medications being metabolized similarly or share similar side effects, including beta blockers, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs e.g. ibuprofen), salicylates, and topiramate
have not had bariatric surgery
understand the risk of low blood sugar and dizziness
do not have a history of severe liver (hepatic, Child Pugh class C) or severe kidney (renal) impairment (eGFR < 30 mL/min)
am not pregnant or breastfeeding
understand this is not a comprehensive list of precautions, risks, side effects, or details about taking this medication
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Side Effects

Side effects may include diarrhea, which may occur at any time during the treatment but will be tolerated over time and usually stop occurring. Other side effects may include nausea, vomiting, heartburn, and gas.
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This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take this medicine or any other medicine. Only a healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for you. TelyRx does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a limited summary of general information about the medicine’s uses from the patient education materials and is not intended to be comprehensive. This limited summary does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to this medicine. This information is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment and does not replace information you may receive from your healthcare provider. For a more detailed summary of information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine, please review the entire patient education information you receive with the medication.

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