Carbophage XR 500 Tablet (Metformin 500mg)

Description

Carbophage 500 MG Tablet XR is an anti-diabetic medicine. It is used to control high blood sugar levels due to type II Diabetes mellitus (non-insulin-dependent). Thus it may prevent further complications of diabetes such as blindness, kidney damage, stroke, and heart attack. It works by improving the body’s response to insulin (a hormone that enables your body to use sugar) and decreasing glucose (sugar) production.

Carbophage 500 MG Tablet XR show side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, taste change, and stomach pain. This medicine can occasionally cause low blood sugar levels, the signs of which are sweating, dizziness, and shaking. To avoid the side effects, eat your meals on time and carry a fast-acting sugar source (sweet candy or fruit juice) for immediate relief. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it.

Carbophage 500 MG Tablet XR can be taken with food to avoid stomach discomfort. For the ease of remembering, take this medicine around the same time every day. Avoid the discontinuation of this medicine unless your doctor recommends it.

Carbophage 500 MG Tablet XR is not recommended for use if you have metabolic acidosis (high levels of acids in your blood) or severe kidney problems. Use this medicine with caution if you have heart or liver problems, or vitamin B12 deficiency. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Carbophage 500 MG Tablet XR
Glumet 500 MG Tablet XR
Cipla Ltd.
Metatime 500 MG Tablet XR
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Carbophage 500 MG Tablet XR
Nausea and vomiting
Diarrhoea
Stomach pain
Loss of appetite
Weakness
Chest discomfort
Headache
Swollen joints

Uses of Carbophage 500 MG Tablet XR

What is it prescribed for?
Type II Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes mellitus is a condition characterized by excess blood sugar levels in your body. In type 2 diabetes, your body does not use insulin (a hormone that allows your body to use sugar for energy) properly to convert sugar to energy. Thus this may increase the level of unused sugar in the blood. Carbophage 500 MG Tablet XR is used in the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes.

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When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Carbophage 500 MG Tablet XR if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Metabolic Acidosis
Metabolic acidosis is a condition characterized by high levels of acid in your blood. The symptoms include vomiting, confusion, weakness, vomiting, increased heartbeat, etc. Carbophage 500 MG Tablet XR is not recommended if you have metabolic acidosis as this medicine may worsen your condition.
Severe kidney impairment
Carbophage 500 MG Tablet XR is not recommended if you have a severe kidney problem as this medicine is filtered by the kidneys and removed from the body via urine. Impaired kidney function may lead to its accumulation in the body and increase the risk of severe side effects.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Carbophage 500 MG Tablet XR. If you forget to take a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical help if you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Carbophage 500 MG Tablet XR.

General Instructions

Take Carbophage 500 MG Tablet XR with food to prevent stomach upset. Do not break, crush or chew the tablet. Take the medicine as prescribed, do not take more or less than the prescribed dose.

Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Maintain a proper diet and exercise regularly to get maximum benefits of the treatment.

Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar level) may occur when this medicine is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or while delaying/skipping a meal. Always carry a sugar candy with you to counteract unexpected lowering of blood sugar levels.

Your doctor may monitor your blood sugar levels and kidney functions regularly while you are taking this medication.