Glucophage 250mg Tablet

Glucophage 250mg Tablet is a tablet from Merck Marker Ltd whose active ingredient is Metformin 250mg, a first-line medicine for type 2 diabetes. Doctors use it for type 2 diabetes, prediabetes and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). This pack contains 50s.

What is Glucophage 250mg Tablet used for?

Glucophage 250mg Tablet is the usual first medicine for type 2 diabetes. It is also used in prediabetes and in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) to improve insulin sensitivity. It helps control blood sugar without usually causing low sugar by itself.

How does Glucophage 250mg Tablet work?

Metformin reduces the sugar made by the liver and makes muscle and fat cells respond better to insulin, so less sugar stays in the blood. It does not make the pancreas release extra insulin.

Side effects of Glucophage 250mg Tablet

Many people take Glucophage 250mg Tablet without any trouble. When side effects do occur they are usually mild, and may include:

• Nausea, vomiting or loose stools
• Stomach discomfort
• A metallic taste
• Loss of appetite

Get urgent help for deep rapid breathing, muscle pain, unusual sleepiness or severe weakness, which can signal lactic acidosis.

Before you take Glucophage 250mg Tablet

• Take it with or after meals; starting at a low dose and increasing slowly reduces stomach upset.
• Your doctor may check kidney function and vitamin B12 levels from time to time.
• Stop and tell your doctor before scans with contrast dye or major surgery.
• Limit alcohol.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney, liver or heart failure problems.

How to store Glucophage 250mg Tablet

Keep it in its original pack in a cool, dry place below 30°C, away from sunlight and moisture. Always keep medicines where children cannot reach them.

Order Glucophage 250mg Tablet online from Sargodha

SargodhaBazar.pk is an online pharmacy and grocery store based in Sargodha. You can order Glucophage 250mg Tablet here and have it delivered the same day in Sargodha, or within 2 to 3 working days anywhere in Pakistan. To compare other brands by price and pack size, see all Metformin medicines. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as your doctor has advised.

Glucophage 250mg Tablet: common questions

This page gives general information only and is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Follow the dose that was prescribed for you and read the leaflet in the pack.