Metformin Sanofi
Metformin Sanofi is an oral medication primarily used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus. Its active ingredient, metformin, helps to improve blood glucose control by decreasing glucose production in the liver and increasing insulin sensitivity. This medication is typically used in conjunction with a balanced diet and regular exercise to enhance its effectiveness. Metformin Sanofi tablets are designed for convenient daily use, contributing to a more stable blood sugar level. They are suitable for adults and pediatric patients over 10 years old. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while using this medication.Active substance:
Metformin HydrochloridePharmachologic effect:
Metformin Sanofi is an oral antihyperglycemic drug used to manage type 2 diabetes. It works by decreasing hepatic glucose production, decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose, and improving insulin sensitivity by increasing peripheral glucose uptake and utilization.Indications:
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus, particularly in overweight patients, when dietary management and exercise alone do not result in adequate glycemic control.
Contraindications:
- Hypersensitivity to metformin or any of the excipients
- Acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis, with or without coma
- Severe renal impairment (eGFR below 30 mL/min/1.73 m²)
- Acute conditions with the potential to alter renal function such as dehydration, severe infection, shock
- Acute or chronic disease which may cause tissue hypoxia (e.g., cardiac or respiratory failure, recent myocardial infarction, shock)
- Hepatic insufficiency
- Excessive alcohol intake, acute or chronic
Side effects:
In order of decreasing probability: Very common: Gastrointestinal disorders such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite, Common: Taste disturbance, Uncommon: Decreased vitamin B12 levels, Rare: Lactic acidosis, skin reactions such as erythema, pruritus, urticaria, Very rare: Hepatitis, liver function test abnormalities
Dosing and Administration:
The usual starting dose is 500 mg or 850 mg once daily, given during or after meals. The dose may be increased gradually to a maximum of 2000 mg daily, divided into 2-3 doses. Dose adjustments should be based on blood glucose measurements.
Storage:
Store at a temperature not exceeding 25°C (77°F).
Metformin Sanofi
in Cyrillic : Метформин Санофи
SUBSTANCE
Metformin
DOSAGE FORM
tablets
