MET 850 mg Tablet contains Metformin Hydrochloride 850 mg. It is an oral antidiabetic medicine (biguanide class) used for controlling high blood glucose levels in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.
Metformin works by reducing glucose production in the liver, decreasing intestinal glucose absorption, and improving the body's sensitivity to insulin, which helps lower blood sugar levels.
Uses:
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Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.
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Helps control blood sugar along with proper diet and exercise.
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Used alone or in combination with other antidiabetic medicines or insulin.
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May be used in overweight type 2 diabetes patients when lifestyle modification alone is not sufficient.
Dose:
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Take the dose exactly as prescribed by a physician.
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Usual adult starting dose: 850 mg once daily with meals or as directed by the doctor.
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The dose may be gradually adjusted based on blood glucose level and tolerance.
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Swallow the tablet with food to reduce stomach-related side effects.