Glyciphage Tablet
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Glyciphage 500 mg Tablet is a biguanide antidiabetic medicine containing metformin 500 mg and used to treat type 2 diabetes. It helps lower raised blood sugar levels in this condition, where the body cannot regulate blood sugar normally; Franco Indian Pharmaceuticals manufactures it.
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Ritu Budania
Last updated on: 13 October 2026 | 7:13 PM (IST)
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| Therapy | Anti-diabetic |
| Composition | Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) Metformin Hydrochloride 500.0 Mg |
Metformin Hydrochloride 500.0 Mg
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Glyciphage tablet is an oral anti-diabetic medicine. It is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus, a condition where blood sugar level rises above the normal range when it cannot be controlled by diet and exercise alone. Glyciphage lowers the raised blood glucose levels.
It contains metformin as its active ingredient. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor, preferably after meals. Glyciphage tablet should not be used by children below 10 years of age. Abruptly stopping this medicine can result in increased blood sugar levels and complications. Metsmall 500 tablet, Okamet 500 tablet, Glycomet 500 tablet, Metgem 500 tablet and Metfor 500 tablet are some other medicines with metformin.
Before using the Glyciphage tablet, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about a detailed medical history. An individual with uncontrolled diabetes is at increased risk of various health complications such as eye, kidney and nerve problems, heart diseases and stroke.
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to metformin or any other ingredients of the Glyciphage tablet.
- If you have kidney failure or liver disease.
- If you have several conditions such as dehydration, shock and severe infection.
- If you have an acid-base imbalance in the body or diabetes complications such as diabetic ketoacidosis.
- If you have conditions such as heart failure, lung failure, shock, heart attack.
- If you had unconsciousness due to either extremely high or low blood sugar level.
Side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal pain
- Loss of appetite
- Taste disturbance
Precautions and Warnings
Alcohol
UNSAFEAlcohol intake should be avoided when taking Glyciphage tablet as it increases the risk of lactic acidosis (acid-base imbalance).
Pregnancy
SAFEGlyciphage (which contains metformin) is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy when prescribed and monitored by a doctor.
Breastfeeding
WITH CAUTIONMetformin is known to pass into breast milk, however, the amount is significantly low to cause any side effects. So, this medicine could be taken by breastfeeding mother only if prescribed by her doctor.
Driving
WITH CAUTIONGlyciphage tablet does not affect the ability to drive. However, if you experience dizziness or a decrease in blood sugar level after taking this medicine, it is advised to avoid driving.
Other General Warnings
- You have lactic acidosis (an acid-base imbalance) characterised by difficulty in breathing, abdominal pain, muscle cramps, and dehydration.
- You have altered kidney function.
- You have heart disease such as heart failure.
- You have a planned surgery.
- You have or are going to administer any contrast medium in the body.
- Glyciphage tablet should not be used by children below ten years of age.
Directions for use
- Glyciphage tablet should be taken as instructed by your doctor.
- Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
- Take it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Storage and disposal
- Store Glyciphage tablets below 25°C in a cool and dry place.
- Protect it from light and moisture.
- Keep the product out of reach and sight of children and pets.
Quick tips
- Glyciphage tablet is an oral anti-diabetic medicine. It is used for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
- Before starting this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.
- You can make some lifestyle changes while taking this medication to improve your health, such as giving up smoking, consuming less alcohol, exercising regularly and adhering to a healthy, balanced diet.
- Talk to your doctor if you have conditions like heart failure, lung failure, shock, heart attack, etc.
- Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as recommended. Do not take more than the prescribed dose.
- Glyciphage tablets should not be used in children below 10 years of age.
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Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way the Glyciphage tablet works or this tablet itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
- Especially, if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for brain-related disorders.
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References
- CDSCO - Metformin [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 16 April 2022]
- Lactmed - Metformin [Internet]. Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2022 [cited 16 April 2022]
- Metformin 500mg tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2024 [cited 18 December 2024]
- Metformin 500mg tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2024 [cited 18 December 2024]
- Misbin R. The Phantom of Lactic Acidosis due to Metformin in Patients With Diabetes. 2041. [cited 18 December 2024]
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