Metformin 500mg Tab 30's

ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S)

Metformin

DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION?

This medicine requires a doctor's prescription. It falls under 'Prescription Only Medicine (POM)'.

BENEFITS AND USES:

This medication is used to treat diabetes by keeping your blood sugar under control. Metformin is meant to be taken as part of a complete diabetes care program that should include exercise, a healthy diet, and regular monitoring of blood sugar levels.

DIRECTIONS:

Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not take more or less than instructed by your doctor. Take this medicine together with food or immediately after a meal. This lowers your chances of getting stomach discomfort, nausea or diarrhea. Try to take it at the same time each day. Metformin must be taken regularly for it to be effective. Continue taking this medicine even when you feel better. Do not stop taking it unless instructed by the doctor.

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICINE?

This medication may cause the following side effects: - Nausea - Vomitting - Diarrhoea Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe.