Metaglip
Glipizide with metformin as a tablet, used in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. A sulfonylurea for insulin release, a biguanide for the liver.
- Category
- Diabetes Management
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 2.5/500 · 5/500mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Metaglip on your behalf.
Metaglip details
- Condition
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Alternative names
- Glucovance
- Therapeutic class
- Biguanide; Sulfonylurea
- Pharmacological class
- Biguanide; Sulfonylurea
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor blood glucose levels; risk of lactic acidosis; monitor for hypoglycaemia
- Minor side effects
- nausea; diarrhoea; abdominal discomfort
- Moderate side effects
- hypoglycaemia; dizziness; weight gain
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Bristol-Myers Squibb
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; cimetidine; diuretics; corticosteroids
- Age restrictions
- Not for use in children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Insulin is preferred. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Contraindications
type 1 diabetes; diabetic ketoacidosis; severe renal impairment; severe hepatic impairment
Serious side effects
lactic acidosis, requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Glipizide with metformin as a tablet, used in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. A sulfonylurea for insulin release, a biguanide for the liver.
Mechanism of action
Metformin reduces hepatic glucose production and increases insulin sensitivity, while glipizide stimulates pancreatic insulin secretion, providing a dual approach to glycemic management.
What you will receive
Metaglip is the originator brand name, made by Bristol-Myers Squibb. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Bristol-Myers Squibb and do not ship the original Metaglip.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Glipizide / Metformin) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.
About Metaglip
Metaglip contains glipizide and metformin, which are used together for the management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. This medication combination is also sold under the brand name Glucovance. It is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 2.5/500mg and 5/500mg.
Buying Metaglip online
Since generic glipizide and metformin, often produced in India, offers a more affordable price point than the original brand, many expats and those in remote areas rely on these consistent supplies.