Metformin Hydrochloride

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Metformin Hydrochloride is a drug used for treating treat type 2 diabetes mellifluous. The treatment is often combined with a balanced diet and exercise regime for better results.

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Uses of Metformin

Metformin reduces blood sugar or glucose level in the body. It is is used for treating type II diabetes in adults and children. The drug can be used alone or in combination with other diabetic medications. Metformin medicine has been alos recommended to prevent the development of diabetes in people at risk for diabetes and to treat polycystic ovaries.

How does Metformin Hydrochloride Works?

The drug works by lowering the blood sugar and helping the body to use insulin more efficiently. The drug reduces the amount of sugar produced by cells in the liver. Thereafter, it increases the sensitivity of muscle cells to insulin, enabling them to remove sugar from the blood more effectively. The drug also delays absorption of sugar from the intestines into the bloodstream after eating.

Dosage of Metformin Hydrochloride

The drug should be taken at regular intervals according to the doctor's prescription.

Oral solution: 100 mg/ml, 500 mg/5 ml
Tablets: 500 mg, 850 mg, 1,000 mg
Tablets (extended-release): 500 mg, 750 mg

Side Effects of Metformin Hydrochloride

The drug has certain side effects, that can affect individuals in different ways. The following are some of the side effects, that are often associated with the drug: