Rx Name [METFORMIN, 682004]
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GLUCOPHAGE 1G TAB (MEK/COL) METFORMIN
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682004
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BIGUANIDES
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Diabetes mellitus in obese, mature onset, diabetes without ketosis,
when diet and attempts at weight loss fail. |
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Anorexia or dyspep sia occurs in 15% of cases. Lactic acidosis is an
infrequent side effect. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, flatulence. C.f. Prescribing in liver and renal disease p. 15; 32. Not recommended in children under 17 y ears. |
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500mg 2-3 times daily or 850mg once or twice daily with or after
meals. Gradually increase at intervals of at least 1 week, to 2- 3 g daily . Doses greater than 2g, give in 3 divided doses. Extended Release: Initial dose of 500 mg once daily in |
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