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long white oval pill, 500 on one side, 4435 on other side ## The pill in description is Metformin hydrochloride extended release (500 mg); which is an oral anti-diabetic drug in the biguanide class. You can view a detailed description of the drug, by clicking on the link below... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you.

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DIABETES MEDICINE ## IAM TAKING THIS TABLETS 3 TIMES DAILY AND WANT TO KNOW HOW AND WHAT WAY THIS TABLET WILL HELP ME? tKS ## Metformin helps lower and control blood sugar in some Type 2 diabetics, by helping your body better process sugars. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, diarrhea, and flatulence. However, the medication will not do everything, you still have to eat healthily and get proper exercise. When have you been instructed to take it?

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ROUND 500KG 674 ON PILL FOR DIABETES ## I can confirm the pill in description to be Metformin hydrochloride (500 mg); which is an oral anti-diabetic drug in the biguanide class. You can view a detailed description of the drug by clicking on the link below... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you. ## Should I take Co-Metformin before I test my blood or after

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White oval shaped tablet scored with 93 on one side and 7267 on back ## Located a match it's Metformin hydrochloride ER 500 mg, which is the first-line drug for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in overweight and obese people and those with normal kidney function, and evidence suggests it may be the best choice for people with heart failure. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Pleae post back if you do. ## Metformin (INN; trade names Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Riomet, Fortamet, Glumetza, Obimet, Dianben, Diabex, Diaformin, and others) (pronounced /mtfrmn/) is an oral anti-diabetic drug from the biguanide class. It is the first-line drug for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in overweight and obese p...

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long whitenpill with #571 on it ## The pill in description is confirmed to be Metformin hydrochloride ER (500 mg); which is an oral anti-diabetic drug in the biguanide class. NOTE: The full description is 571 with a triangular symbol next to it and on the other side there is the number 500. You can view a detailed description of the drug, by clicking on the link below... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you.

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Pill given by pharmacy changed from Metformin 500 er tablet marked 93 to tablet marked 142. What is the difference between the two? Different side effects? ## The only difference between the two Metformin pills are within the list of "inactive" ingredients (also referred to as binders/fillers) that help make up the composition of the pill. Certain inactive ingredients may affect bioavailability or how well the active ingredient(s) are absorbed. Some people may also be more or less sensitive to different inactive ingredients and that could affect one's perception of how well it works. Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release 500 mg Imprint: 142 Size (mm): 16 NDC: 62756-0142 Labeler: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited Inactive Ingredients: -Xanthan Gum -Hypromellose -Sodium...

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SIDE AFFECT OF METFORMIN HCL500MG TAB ## Metformin, a generic for Glucophage, is used to treat Diabetes. Side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dry mouth and headache. You can read more here: Is there anything else I can help you with? ## how safe is it to take metformin hcl 500mg with hydrochlorot 12.5mg,prednisone,levothyroxin 50mcg ? ## Well, only your doctor can decide if it is appropriate and safe for you to use any certain combination of medications. Are they aware of what all you are taking? Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic, used to help control blood pressure and edema. Prednisone is a corticosteroid, used to treat allergic reactions, pain and inflammation. Levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone. As to possible interactions, the use of the Levothyroxine and the Prednisone ma...

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What is the difference between metformin hcl tab 500mg 93/48 and metformin 500mg tab sandoz? ## Only the manufacturer, just made by a different company. The Sandoz tablets were, or course, made by Sandoz Pharmaceuticals, the ones marked 93 48 are made by Teva Pharmaceuticals. Is there anything else I can help you with? ## thanks a lot. we were concerned that the pharmacy made a mistake. ## My metromin used to be 93/48 but now the 48 is upside down. Is there a reason for this? ## Same just different companies, one is Teva Brand and the other is Sandoz. ## what are the active ingredients in metformin ## What is the difference between Metformin & Metformin Hydrochloride and also what is the difference between Metformin SR & Metformin ## what is the defference between Metformin 500m...

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Alogliptin, sold under the brand names Nesina and Vipidia,[1][2]) is an oral anti-diabetic drug in the DPP-4 inhibitor (gliptin) class.[3] Alogliptin does not decrease the risk of heart attack and stroke. Like other members of the gliptin class, it causes little or no weight gain, exhibits relatively little risk of hypoglycemia, and has relatively modest glucose-lowering activity. Alogliptin and other gliptins are commonly used in combination wi...

white oblong72-14 93 ## The pill in description is Metformin hydrochloride (1000 mg); which is an oral anti-diabetic drug in the biguanide class. You can view a detailed description of the drug, by clicking on the link below... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you. ## How would you translate Metformin hcl 1000 mg in spanish?

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Metformin, sold under the brand name Glucophage, among others, is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes,[6][7][8] particularly in people who are overweight.[9] It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome.[6] It is not associated with weight gain[10] and is taken by mouth.[6] It is sometimes used as an off-label augment to attenuate the risk...

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Metformin, sold under the brand name Glucophage, among others, is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes,[6][7][8] particularly in people who are overweight.[9] It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome.[6] It is not associated with weight gain[10] and is taken by mouth.[6] It is sometimes used as an off-label augment to attenuate the risk...

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Metformin, sold under the brand name Glucophage, among others, is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes,[6][7][8] particularly in people who are overweight.[9] It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome.[6] It is not associated with weight gain[10] and is taken by mouth.[6] It is sometimes used as an off-label augment to attenuate the risk...

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Sitagliptin/metformin, sold under the brand name Janumet among others, is a fixed-dose combination anti-diabetic medication used to treat type 2 diabetes.[6] It may be used in those whose blood sugar is not controlled with metformin and a sulfonylurea.[6][7] It is taken by mouth.[6] Common side effects include diarrhea, headache, and upper respiratory tract infections.[1] Serious side effects may include lactic ac...

I have a prescription which reads (360 TAB) Co-Metformin 500mg; Metformin Hydrochloride 500mg. Does this mean that there is a total of 1000mg in each pill? Thank you. ## No, Co-Metformin is the name of the medication, with Metformin Hydrochloride listed as the active ingredient. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, flatulence, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with? ## OK, Than you so much reguarding the question 500 mg. of metformin & 500 mg. of hydroproxin

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Pioglitazone/metformin, sold under the brand name Actoplus Met among others, is a fixed-dose combination anti-diabetic medication used to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes.[3][2] It contains pioglitazone, a thiazolidinedione, and metformin, a biguanide.[2] Contents 1 Mechanisms 2 Indication 3 Dosage and administration 3.1 Use in pregnancy and lactation 3.2 Precautions 4 Side-effects 5 Contraindications 6 Drug interacti...

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Dapagliflozin, sold under the brand names Farxiga (US) and Forxiga (EU) among others, is a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes.[2][3][4] It is also used to treat adults with certain kinds of heart failure and chronic kidney disease.[5][6][3] Common side effects include hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar), urinary tract infections, genital infections, and volume depletion (reduced amount of water i...

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Metformin, sold under the brand name Glucophage, among others, is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes,[6][7][8] particularly in people who are overweight.[9] It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome.[6] It is not associated with weight gain[10] and is taken by mouth.[6] It is sometimes used as an off-label augment to attenuate the risk...

is there a difference between metformin hydrochloride 500 mg.&metformin hydrochloride500 extended release??? ## Hello, Brandy! How are you? From what you've listed, one is time released and one isn't. The time released formulation helps some people get better control of their blood sugar levels. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, flatulence and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Pl let me know the doses for Gliclazide Metformin Hydrochloride tablet ## What country are you in? This formulation isn't available in the United States, but is in several other countries, so without knowing where you are located, I am unable to provide you with an answer. The pills, however, are usually taken in the dose prescribed by your doctor, twice daily. Gliclazide with Metformin is an oral anti-diabetic agent. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, low blood sugar and flatulence. Learn more:

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