Description:

 Avancor is an oral anti-diabetic medication containing metformin, used to treat type 2 diabetes.

Dosage Form: 

Tablet

Strength: 

500mg (metformin hydrochloride)

Active Ingredient:

1. Metformin hydrochloride

Indications:

1. Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus
2. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) management
3. Insulin resistance management

Contraindications:

1. Severe kidney disease (eGFR <30 mL/min)
2. Severe liver disease
3. Congestive heart failure
4. Hypersensitivity to metformin
5. Acute or chronic metabolic acidosis

Side Effects:

1. Gastrointestinal upset (diarrhea, nausea)
2. Abdominal pain
3. Headache
4. Fatigue
5. Hypoglycemia (rare)

Precautions:

1. Monitor renal function
2. Use with caution in patients with liver disease
3. Monitor blood glucose levels
4. Avoid excessive alcohol consumption
5. Consult a healthcare professional

Prescription/OTC:

 Prescription-only

Manufacturer Information:

1. Name: Merck Serono (or local licensed partner)
2. Reputation: Reputable pharmaceutical company

Country of Origin:

1. Germany (or local manufacturing site)

Category of Drug: 

Oral anti-diabetic (biguanide)

Notes:

– Take with meals to minimize gastrointestinal side effects.

– Typical dosage: 500-2000mg/day, divided into 1-3 doses.

Important Safety Information:

– Lactic acidosis risk increased with renal impairment.

– Monitor renal function and adjust dosage as needed.

Additional Information:

– Storage: Store at room temperature (15-30°C/59-86°F)

– Shelf Life: Typically 2-3 years from manufacture date

– Approval: FDA-approved (1994) for Glucophage (metformin)