Glucophage Tablet: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates
Glucophage Tablet
| Generic name | Metformin (metformin hydrochloride) |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Biguanide (oral antidiabetic / antihyperglycemic) |
| Forms | Tablets (500 mg, 850 mg, 1000 mg), Extended-release tablets (Glucophage XR, 500 mg, 750 mg) |
Glucophage is an oral diabetes medicine that contains metformin. It is used along with diet and exercise to help control blood sugar levels in adults (and some children) with type 2 diabetes.
General information
Follow the prescriber and the leaflet that comes with this medicine.