Metfor 850 mg is a medicine that contains the active ingredient Metformin Hydrochloride. It belongs to a group of medicines called biguanides and is used to help control blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes, alongside a healthy diet and physical activity as directed by a doctor.
Metformin works by reducing glucose production in the liver, decreasing sugar absorption from the intestines, and improving the body’s response to insulin. This helps lower blood sugar levels before and after meals.
What are Metfor 850 mg tablets used for?
Metfor 850 mg is used under medical supervision to help:
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Support blood sugar control in patients with type 2 diabetes.
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Improve the body’s response to insulin.
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Reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes.
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Support a treatment plan that includes diet and exercise.
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It may be used alone or with other diabetes medicines, depending on the doctor’s assessment.
How to use Metfor 850 mg
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Metfor 850 mg is taken by mouth according to the dose prescribed by the doctor.
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It is preferably taken with food or after a meal to reduce stomach and digestive discomfort.
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The tablet should be swallowed with a sufficient amount of water.
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Do not increase the dose or stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor.
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The doctor may request monitoring of blood sugar levels and kidney function during treatment, especially in elderly patients or those with kidney problems.
Possible side effects
Metformin may cause some side effects, especially at the beginning of treatment, such as:
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Nausea or vomiting.
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Diarrhea.
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Stomach pain or discomfort.
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Loss of appetite or changes in taste.
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Bloating or digestive discomfort.
Long-term use of metformin may lead to low vitamin B12 levels in some patients. Therefore, the doctor may recommend checking vitamin B12 levels during long-term treatment.
Contraindications
This medicine must not be used in the following cases:
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Severe allergy to the active ingredient or any of the medicine’s components.
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Diabetic ketoacidosis or diabetic pre-coma.
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Kidney failure or impaired kidney function when creatinine clearance is less than 60 mL/min.
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Acute conditions that may affect kidney function include dehydration, severe infections, shock, or the use of iodine-containing contrast agents for imaging tests.
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Acute or chronic diseases that may cause reduced oxygen supply to tissues, such as heart failure, respiratory failure, a recent heart attack, or shock.
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Liver impairment, acute alcohol intoxication, or alcohol dependence.
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Breastfeeding.
Precautions and warnings
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Metfor 850 mg should be used only with a medical prescription.
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It is not used to treat type 1 diabetes unless recommended by the doctor as part of a specific treatment plan.
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Tell your doctor if you have kidney, liver, or heart problems.
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Inform your doctor before undergoing surgery or imaging tests with contrast dye, as the doctor may ask you to stop the medicine temporarily.
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Avoid excessive alcohol consumption while using metformin.
Warning: In very rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. This is a rare but very serious metabolic complication that may be life-threatening if not treated immediately. It can occur due to metformin buildup in the body, especially in patients with kidney failure.
Seek immediate medical help if unusual symptoms appear, such as severe weakness, difficulty breathing, severe muscle pain, extreme dizziness, or an unusual feeling of coldness.
Drug interactions
Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines and supplements you are using, especially:
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Other diabetes medicines or insulin.
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Diuretics.
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Some blood pressure or heart medicines.
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Medicines that may affect kidney function.
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Medicines or imaging tests that contain contrast dyes.
Storage
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Store at room temperature.
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Keep away from moisture and direct heat.
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Keep out of reach of children.
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Do not use after the expiry date printed on the package.
Ingredients
Active ingredient: Metformin Hydrochloride 850 mg.
