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Synonym

METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Composition

METFORMIN-1000MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Soft Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

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About Abomet 1000 SR Tablet

Abomet 1000 SR Tablet belongs to a group of anti-diabetic medicines called biguanides used in the treatment of diabetes. It helps to lower the increased blood glucose level in type 2 diabetes patients. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic or lifelong disorder that affects the way our body processes glucose. People with type 2 diabetes either do not produce enough insulin or the insulin produced is unable to perform its function in the body (insulin resistance). Middle-aged or older individuals are most likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes, so it is also known as adult-onset diabetes.

Abomet 1000 SR Tablet is prescribed for the condition of type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone cannot control their blood sugar levels. It is the first-line therapy for patients with type 2 diabetes. Abomet 1000 SR Tablet restores the body's response to insulin, decreases the amount of blood sugar produced by the liver, and delays the absorption of sugar by the stomach or intestines. Besides, Abomet 1000 SR Tablet has off-label usage in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) where it helps normalize the menstruation cycle by restoring the body's hormonal balance, lowers blood sugar levels, and stimulates ovulation. 

Usually, Abomet 1000 SR Tablet does not cause very significant side effects. Common side effects include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, or a metallic taste in the mouth. In very rare cases, it may cause a condition known as lactic acidosis (too much lactic acid in the body) with symptoms like dizziness, drowsiness, muscle pain, etc. Your sugar level may go down while taking this medicine with heavy exercise, drinking excessive alcohol, or skipping meals. Talk to the doctor about any of the health conditions listed above that may require urgent medical treatment.

Abomet 1000 SR Tablet works best when coupled with a healthy lifestyle like losing weight if you are overweight (BMI >25), eating fewer calories (low fat and sugary food), and being more physically active (at least 150 min of activity every week).

Uses of Abomet 1000 SR Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Directions for Use

Abomet 1000 SR Tablet should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor. Abomet 1000 SR Tablet should be taken with meals to help reduce stomach or bowel side effects or as directed by your doctor. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets on the basis of your medical condition. Swallow Abomet 1000 SR Tablet with a full glass of water.

Medicinal Benefits

Abomet 1000 SR Tablet plays a vital role in managing diabetes and achieving good control of blood sugar levels by delaying the absorption of sugar and increasing insulin sensitivity in the body. Abomet 1000 SR Tablet does not cause a sudden lowering of the blood glucose level or cause significant hypoglycaemia. Unlike other anti-diabetic therapies like sulfonylureas or insulin, Abomet 1000 SR Tablet does not cause weight gain but may cause modest weight loss. In the prediabetic condition, Abomet 1000 SR Tablet is the only recommended treatment available. Abomet 1000 SR Tablet also helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage (Diabetic Nephropathy), blindness (Diabetic Retinopathy), loss of sensation in your hands and feet (Diabetic Neuropathy) or even loss of foot! Abomet 1000 SR Tablet also helps to reduce your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. 

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Abomet 1000 SR Tablet

  • Digestive problems
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Loss of appetite

Drug Warnings

Some diabetic patients taking Abomet 1000 SR Tablet may develop a serious condition called lactic acidosis. In lactic acidosis, there is too much lactic acid accumulated in the blood. So, your liver and kidney proper functioning is required for the elimination of excess lactic acid from the blood. You should not take metformin if you have kidney disease, as measured by a blood test. Abomet 1000 SR Tablet may lower vitamin B-12 levels, so try to have blood test annual blood and vitamin. Abomet 1000 SR Tablet , when used with insulin, may extremely lower the blood sugar level. So, the doctor may lower the dose of insulin.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MetforminIoglicic acid
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MetforminIohexol
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MetforminIoglicic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet:
Co-administration of Ioglicic acid with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abomet 1000 SR Tablet with Ioglicic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIohexol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet:
Co-administration of Iohexol with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abomet 1000 SR Tablet with Iohexol is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIoglycamic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet:
Co-administration of Ioglycamic acid with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abomet 1000 SR Tablet with Ioglycamic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIopromide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet:
Co-administration of Iopromide with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet can increase the risk of lactic acidosis.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Iopromide with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
MetforminIodamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet:
Co-administration of Abomet 1000 SR Tablet and Iodamide can increase the risk of lactic acidosis (when the body produces too much lactic acid).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abomet 1000 SR Tablet with Iodamide is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIoversol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet:
Co-administration of Ioversol with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abomet 1000 SR Tablet with Ioversol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIotroxic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet:
Co-administration of Iotroxic acid with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abomet 1000 SR Tablet with Iotroxic acid is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIopentol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet:
Co-administration of Iopentol with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abomet 1000 SR Tablet with Iopentol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIopanoic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet:
Co-administration of Iopanoic acid with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abomet 1000 SR Tablet with Iopanoic acid is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIodixanol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet:
Co-administration of Iodixanol with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Abomet 1000 SR Tablet with Iodixanol is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Invest at least 150 min of your week in moderate-intensity physical activity or one hour and 15 minutes of high-intensity exercise every week. 
  • Losing weight gradually to achieve a healthy body mass index (18.5 to 24.9).
  • Replacing refined carbohydrates-containing foods with whole grain foods and increasing intake of fruits and veggies and other fiber enriched foods. 
  • Reduce intake of saturated fat (or hidden fats) in food like chips, crisps, pastries, biscuits, and samosas. Choose omega-3 fatty acid-containing oils for daily cooking. For frying, you can use palm oil, mustard oil, groundnut oil, rice bran oil, and safflower oil. 
  • Avoid taking too much stress as it may elevate your blood sugar level. You can adopt stress management techniques like mindfulness to control stress-related blood sugar changes or meditation or yoga.
  • Opt for low-fat dairy products (low-fat yogurt, fat-free milk, cheese, etc.). 
  • Keep your blood pressure as normal (140/90) as possible as it reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases in diabetes patients.

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FAQs

Yes, Abomet 1000 SR Tablet can cause the minor upset of stomach. However, do not stop taking it. Discuss with your doctor in case of severe stomach upset.

Yes, initial treatment with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet is known to cause weight loss. However, if you experience excessive weight loss while on treatment with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet , inform your doctor without any delay. There is a possibility that your dosage needs to be adjusted.

Usually taking Abomet 1000 SR Tablet does not cause constipation. However, some people may experience flatulence, stomach pain and constipation while on Abomet 1000 SR Tablet . In case you experience discomfort, speak with your doctor.

Yes. If you are taking Insulin regularly you need to consult Doctor before taking Metformin.

If you forget to take Abomet 1000 SR Tablet , do NOT take a double dose to make up for your forgotten dose. Taking overdose might cause your sugar level to fall down rapidly. Try to take the next dose at the usual time.

Do not take excessive alcohol while taking Metformin, as this may increase the risk of a life-threatening condition called as lactic acidosis (too much of lactic acid in the body) which causes symptoms like dizziness, drowsiness, muscle pain, fast, shallow breathing etc.

Contact your doctor before having an X-ray or scan which involves the use of the injection of contrast materials that contain iodine into your bloodstream as it may affect your kidney function.

Your doctor will decide when you must stop and when to restart your treatment with Abomet 1000 SR Tablet before and after the surgery.

No. Metformin is only prescribed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes also called as 'non-insulin-dependent diabetes'.

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Special Advise

  • Keep taking Abomet 1000 SR Tablet  even if you think your blood sugar levels are under control. If you miss a dose, do not take a larger dose, consult your treating physician for advice. 
  • Take short frequent meals, avoid prolonged fasting when taking Abomet 1000 SR Tablet . Beware of symptoms of hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) which include sweating, dizziness, palpitations, shivering, intense thirst, dry mouth, dry skin, frequent urination etc. Whenever you experience any of the above mentioned symptoms, immediately consume 5-6 candies or 3 glucose biscuits or 3 teaspoons of honey/sugar and also get in touch with your physician. Make sure to carry these with you at all times, especially during long travels. 
  • It is always better that your physician knows about any underlying conditions like kidney disease or liver disease, prior heart attack, alcohol intake, etc before the doctor prescribes you Abomet 1000 SR Tablet .
  • Avoid drinking alcohol while on Abomet 1000 SR Tablet  as it increases the risk of hypoglycaemia (decrease in blood sugar which might be fatal in some cases) and lactic acidosis (when the lactic acid increases in the body which impacts the functioning of various organs in the body).
  • Try to quit smoking and reduce intake of carbohydrate rich food like potato, rice, mangoes, bread, sugar etc.
  • Remember, lifestyle modifications are the most important step in controlling blood sugar levels.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Type 2 diabetes: It is a chronic or lifelong disease that keeps the body away from properly utilizing insulin. Hence, people affected with type 2 diabetes either do not produce enough insulin, or there is resistance to the action of insulin. Middle-aged or older are most likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes, so it is also known as adult-onset diabetes. Symptoms of type 2 diabetes include increased thirst, frequent urination at night, slow wound healing, increased hunger, fatigue, and blurred vision. In some cases, there may be weight gain while in rare cases weight loss may be observed. The complication of type 2 diabetes also includes neuropathy (nerve problems), nephropathy (kidney problems), and retinopathy (damaged retina of eyes or blindness), loss of limbs, sexual dysfunction, and increase chance of heart attack or stroke.

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