Biciphage 500 SR Tablet (Metformin 500mg)

Medical Description

Biciphage Sr 500mg Tab is an antidiabetic medicine which is used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus. It is composed of the salt metformin, and it belongs to the biguanide class of medicines.

Uses of Biciphage Sr 500 MG

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (a non-insulin dependent diabetes)

Contraindications of Biciphage Sr 500 MG

Type 1 diabetes mellitus
Heart problems/failure
Allergy to the medicine
Severe kidney and liver diseases
Alcohol addiction
Respiratory disease

Side effects of Biciphage Sr 500 MG

Common side effects of Biciphage Sr 500mg Tab include loss of appetite, nausea, stomach pain, vomiting, mild diarrhoea, altered sense of taste, skin rashes, redness, itching and hives, and lowered levels of vitamin B12
Serious side effects of the medicine include lactic acidosis (symptoms include: nausea, vomiting, generalized muscle weakness and rapid breathing), hypoglycemia and abnormal liver function (symptoms include: yellowing of the eyes and skin)

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Mode of Action of Biciphage Sr 500 MG

How Does It Work?
The composition of Biciphage Sr 500mg Tab facilitates the entry of sugar into the cells by lowering the amount of sugar formed in the liver and reducing the amount of glucose absorbed from the intestines.

Directions for Use of Biciphage Sr 500 MG

Administer this medication as prescribed by your doctor
Do not overdose yourself with this medicine
This medicine is for oral use only
Swallow this medicine whole with water
Do not chew, crush or break this medicine

Interactions of Biciphage Sr 500 MG

Interactions with other medicines
Niacin
Phenothiazines
Steroids
Birth control pills
Hormone replacement therapy
Phenytoin
Diuretic
Medicines for the treatment of heart or blood pressure
Medicines used in the treatment of pain and inflammation
Thyroid medicines
Interactions with food items
This medicine decreases the absorption of vitamin B12 with prolonged use; therefore, consult your doctor for appropriate dietary restrictions.
Other general Interactions
Liver disorders
Type 1 diabetes mellitus
Heart problems/ failure