Description

Tablets for treating type 2 diabetes.

Prescription

• Prescription-only (Rx)

Dosage

•  Adults: 500-2000mg orally, 1-3 times a day
•  Children: Consult healthcare professional before use

Therapeutic Category

• Antidiabetic, Biguanide

Active Ingredients/Composition

• Metformin hydrochloride 500mg

Variant

• Enaphage Tabs 500mg [Metformin]/Blister

Consume Type

• Oral administration (swallowing tablet with water)

Directions/Usage

•  Swallow tablet whole with water.
•  Take with or without food.

Common Side Effects

•  Diarrhoea
•  Nausea
•  Vomiting
•  Abdominal pain
•  Metallic taste

Package Type

• Blister packs of 10, 20, or 30 tablets

Storage Advice

•  Store at room temperature (15-30°C/59-86°F).
•  Protect from direct sunlight and heat sources.

Safety Advice

•  Use as directed.
•  Consult healthcare professional before use in patients with kidney or liver disease.

Product Substitutes

•  Other metformin products (e.g., Glucophage, Riomet)
•  Other antidiabetic medications (e.g., sulfonylureas, thiazolidinediones)

Manufacturer/Marketer

•  Ernest Chemist Limited

Country of Origin

• Ghana