Riomet

Active Ingredient(s): Metformin Hydrochloride
FDA Approved: * September 11, 2003
Pharm Company: * RANBAXY
Category: Diabetes

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... [wikipedia]

* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.
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Dosage List

Riomet 500 mg/5ml Oral Solution
NDC: 10631-206
Labeler:
Ranbaxy Laboratories Inc.
Riomet 500 mg/5ml Oral Solution
NDC: 10631-238
Labeler:
Ranbaxy Laboratories Inc.

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