Glucophage (Generic)

Consult a paediatrician for the use of this medicine in children.

Consult your heath care professional for exact dosages; and take as directed. This medicine is to be swallowed whole with a glass of water.

If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.

Nausea
Vomiting
Unusual thirst
Appetite Loss
Breathlessness
Gas/Heartburn
Diziness/Fainting
Urinating frequently
Mood swings/Depression
Metallic taste in the mouth
Unusal Fatigue/Discomfort
Irregular Heartbeat/Palpitations
Stomach/abdominal pain or stomach upset
Pain of the Ankles/Feet/Hands or weight loss

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.

Niacin
Quinine
Alcohol
Digoxin
Steroids
Diuretics
Dofetilide
Isoniazid
Entecavir
Morphine
Nifedipine
Quinidine
Trospium
Ranitidine
Phenytoin
Cimetidine
Chromium
Cephalexin
Pentamidine
Vancomycin
Beta blockers
Propantheline
Procainamide
Trimethoprim
Male hormones
Anabolic steroids
Female hormones
Thyroid hormones
Weight loss medication
Aspirin/aspirin-like drugs
Herbal dietary supplements
Beverages containing alcohol
Allergy/Asthma/Cold/Cough medicine

Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.

If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.

If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.

Do not treat yourself with any OTC medication without consulting your health care professional.

Keep all appointments with your doctor and all follow up tests.

Keep regular checks on your blood sugar.

Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose.

Metformin is used in the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Store at room temperature between 59 to 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C), away from heat and moisture.

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :

Drink alcohol
Polycystic ovaries
Are easily dehydrated
Serious infection/injury
Hormonal changes/problems
Kidney/liver/thyroid disease(s)
Drink alcohol-containing beverages
Heart attack/ failure (medically treated)
Undergoing surgery/x-ray procedures requiring injectable contrast agents