Glucophage SR
Glucophage SR is metformin 500mg in a prolonged-release tablet for type 2 diabetes mellitus, releasing the biguanide slowly across the day.
- Category
- Diabetes Management
- Active ingredient
- Metformin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Prolonged-release tablet
- Strengths
- 500mg
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Glucophage SR details
- Condition
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Alternative names
- Bolamyn SR; Glucophage; Glycomet
- Therapeutic class
- Biguanide Antidiabetic
- Pharmacological class
- Biguanide
- Known off-label uses
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- Contraindications
- renal failure; diabetic ketoacidosis; hypersensitivity to metformin
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor kidney function; risk of lactic acidosis in certain patients
- Minor side effects
- nausea; diarrhoea; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
- taste disturbance; vitamin b12 deficiency
- Serious side effects
- lactic acidosis, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Prolonged-release tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Onset Time
- 2–4 hours
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; iodinated contrast media
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in elderly patients.
Patient summary
Glucophage SR is metformin 500mg in a prolonged-release tablet for type 2 diabetes mellitus, releasing the biguanide slowly across the day.
Mechanism of action
Metformin decreases hepatic glucose production, decreases intestinal absorption of glucose, and improves insulin sensitivity by increasing peripheral glucose uptake.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Management of diabetes preferred with insulin. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
About Glucophage SR
Glucophage SR contains metformin, a medication used for managing Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Known under various other trade names such as Bolamyn SR, Glucophage and Glycomet, it is supplied as a 500mg tablet. This formulation is often chosen by those requiring consistent blood glucose control as part of a long term health management plan.
Buying Glucophage SR online
Generic metformin, largely manufactured in India, remains significantly more affordable than the original brand, offering an accessible solution for those living across Asia who need reliable, ongoing medication support.