Metformin 850mg Tablets

Product Introduction

Metformin 850mg tablet is a conventional-release biguanide treatment for type 2 diabetes. It helps improve glucose control alongside diet and physical activity.

How to use

Take the tablet with a meal and water, with doses matched to the planned meal schedule. Gastrointestinal effects are often reduced by gradual dose increases. Severe vomiting, diarrhoea or dehydration needs prompt advice about temporary interruption because impaired kidney function can allow metformin to accumulate.

How it works

Metformin lowers hepatic glucose production, improves insulin sensitivity, and reduces intestinal glucose absorption to support type 2 diabetes control.

Side effects

Possible effects include diarrhea, nausea, abdominal discomfort, metallic taste, reduced appetite, and low B12 with long-term use. Serious concerns include lactic acidosis, severe dehydration, allergic reaction, and hypoglycemia when combined with other diabetes medicines.

Important information

Tell your doctor about kidney or liver problems, dehydration, a severe infection, heart or lung failure, heavy alcohol use, pregnancy or breastfeeding. Mention planned contrast imaging or surgery, B12 deficiency risk, insulin, sulfonylureas and carbonic-anhydrase inhibitors such as topiramate. Kidney function affects whether metformin can be used safely.