Generic equivalent of Metformin
3 SKUs available · In stock · NABP accredited · DSCSA compliant
Metformin er 500 mg is the generic equivalent of the brand-name drug Metformin. Licensed pharmacies, clinics, doctor's offices, and veterinary practices can source wholesale Metformin er 500 mg through Premier Pharma with same-day fulfillment on in-stock SKUs.
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets are indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients 10 years of age and older with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets are biguanide indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients 10 years of age and older with type 2 diabetes mellitus. ( 1 )
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are also discussed elsewhere in the labeling: • Lactic Acidosis [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] • Vitamin B 12 Deficiency [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] • Hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] For metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets, the most common adverse reactions (>5%) are diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, flatulence, asthenia, indigestion, abdominal discomfort, and headache. ( 6.1 ) To repo…
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Table 2 presents clinically significant drug interactions with metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets. Table 2: Clinically Significant Drug Interactions with Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors Clinical Impact: Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors frequently cause a decrease in serum bicarbonate and induce non-anion gap, hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis. Concomitant use of these drugs with metformin hydrochloride extended-release…
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION N/A Recommended Dosage in Adults and Pediatric Patients Aged 10 Years and Older: • Swallow metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets whole and never crush, cut or chew ( 2.2 ) • Starting dosage: 500 mg orally once daily with the evening meal ( 2.2 ) • Increase the dosage in increments of 500 mg weekly, up to a maximum dosage of 2,000 mg once daily with the evening meal ( 2.2 ) • Patients receiving metformin hydrochloride immediate-release tablets may be switche…
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| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| METFORMIN HCL ER 500MG 500 TAB | In Stock |
| METFORMIN HCL ER TABS 500 MG 100CT | 2-Day |
| METFORMIN HCL ER TABS 500 MG 90CT | 2-Day |
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Premier Pharma carries Metformin er 500 mg in 500 mg/1, 500MG and TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE.
Metformin er 500 mg carries an FDA Orange Book TE code of AB1. Therapeutically equivalent — meets FDA bioequivalence requirements; may be substituted for the reference listed drug. Always verify substitution with the current Orange Book before dispensing.
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