Glucophage
Glucophage is metformin in film-coated tablets for diabetes mellitus. Several strengths and pack sizes are sold. You can compare the price per tablet across options.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500mg | 30 tablets | US$11.10 | US$0.37 |
| 500mg | 60 tablets | US$21.00 | US$0.35 |
| 500mg | 90 tablets | US$29.70 | US$0.33 |
| 500mg | 120 tablets | US$38.40 | US$0.32 |
| 500mg | 180 tablets | US$52.20 | US$0.29 |
| 500mg | 240 tablets | US$64.80 | US$0.27 |
| 500mg | 360 tablets | US$90.00 | US$0.25 |
| 850mg | 30 tablets | US$15.90 | US$0.53 |
| 850mg | 60 tablets | US$29.40 | US$0.49 |
| 850mg | 90 tablets | US$41.40 | US$0.46 |
| 850mg | 120 tablets | US$50.40 | US$0.42 |
| 850mg | 180 tablets | US$68.40 | US$0.38 |
| 850mg | 240 tablets | US$86.40 | US$0.36 |
| 850mg | 360 tablets | US$122.40 | US$0.34 |
| 1000mg | 30 tablets | US$24.00 | US$0.80 |
| 1000mg | 60 tablets | US$42.60 | US$0.71 |
| 1000mg | 90 tablets | US$60.30 | US$0.67 |
| 1000mg | 120 tablets | US$76.80 | US$0.64 |
| 1000mg | 180 tablets | US$108.00 | US$0.60 |
| 1000mg | 240 tablets | US$136.80 | US$0.57 |
| 1000mg | 360 tablets | US$201.60 | US$0.56 |
- Category
- Diabetes Management
- Active ingredient
- Metformin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet; Prolonged-release tablet
- Strengths
- 500 · 850 · 1000mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Glucophage on your behalf.
- Condition
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Alternative names
- Metabet; Glucophage SR; Glycomet
- Therapeutic class
- Biguanide Antidiabetic
- Pharmacological class
- Biguanide
- Known off-label uses
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- Contraindications
- severe renal impairment; diabetic ketoacidosis; hypersensitivity
- Minor side effects
- nausea; vomiting; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- abdominal pain; loss of appetite
- Serious side effects
- lactic acidosis, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet; Prolonged-release tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Merck KGaA
- Onset time
- 2–3 hours
- Duration
- 6–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature in the original packaging.
- Drug interactions
- Alcohol; Iodinated contrast agents
- Age restrictions
- Consult specialist for use in children.
Precautions and warnings
monitor kidney function; withdraw before contrast imaging; risk of vitamin b12 deficiency
Patient summary
Metformin 500mg, 850mg and 1000mg tablets, film-coated and prolonged-release, used in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. A biguanide.
Mechanism of action
This treatment works by reducing glucose production in the liver, decreasing intestinal glucose absorption, and enhancing the body's sensitivity to insulin. It effectively helps maintain blood sugar levels in the target range.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Insulin is usually preferred for blood glucose control during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Small amounts may be present in milk; consult a physician.
Glucophage contains metformin, a biguanide used with diet and exercise to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus. It comes as tablets in 500, 850 and 1000mg strengths. The originator company is Merck KGaA. Other names include Metabet, Glucophage SR and Glycomet.
Metformin lowers the amount of glucose made by the liver, reduces glucose absorbed from food and improves the body’s response to insulin. It is contraindicated in severe renal impairment (eGFR below 30 mL/minute/1.73 m2), diabetic ketoacidosis and hypersensitivity. Lactic acidosis is a serious risk and can be fatal; early signs may be vague, such as malaise, muscle aches, breathing difficulty, drowsiness or abdominal pain. Metformin interacts with alcohol and iodinated contrast agents. Kidney function needs monitoring, treatment is withdrawn before contrast imaging, and vitamin B12 deficiency is a risk.
Ordering Glucophage from Malaysia
Pharmacy partners in India ship to Malaysia in discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week; Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks. Prices show in ringgit by default. Choose the strength and pack size you need, and browse diabetes management for related options.
FAQ
What conditions does Glucophage treat?
Glucophage contains metformin and is taken for type 2 diabetes mellitus. Metformin works by reducing glucose production in the liver, decreasing intestinal glucose absorption, and enhancing the body's sensitivity to insulin.
What does Glucophage cost?
That depends on the strength and pack you pick. Glucophage comes in 500, 850 and 1000mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets. You'll see the price per tablet for each option above, in ringgit by default or another currency you choose. Bigger packs work out cheaper per tablet. Pay with Bitcoin or Ethereum and you get an extra 10% off.
What other names is Glucophage sold under?
You may also see metformin sold as Metabet, Glucophage SR and Glycomet.
How soon does Glucophage start working?
Metformin usually kicks in within 2 to 3 hours, and the effect tends to last around 6 to 12 hours. Some people notice it sooner than others.
What are the possible side effects of Glucophage?
The ones people notice most with metformin are nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Some people also get abdominal pain and loss of appetite. Rarer but serious: lactic acidosis. These need urgent medical help.
Is the Glucophage here the brand version?
No. Glucophage is the original brand from Merck KGaA; we use the name so you can tell which medicine it is. What we send is a generic with the same active ingredient (metformin) at the same dose, usually a well-known Indian branded generic. Which brand you get depends on stock.
Can I have a drink while taking Glucophage?
Alcohol can interact with metformin, so ask a doctor or pharmacist before drinking while you're on Glucophage. It can also interact with iodinated contrast agents.
Can I get Glucophage without a prescription here?
Online, yes. MayChemist doesn't ask for a prescription to order Glucophage. We're an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy: we place your order and arrange the delivery for you.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Glucophage delivered in Malaysia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners send it from India to Malaysia in plain, discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week; Standard Airmail can take up to 3 weeks.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Glucophage is the originator brand name, made by Merck KGaA. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Merck KGaA and do not ship the original Glucophage.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Metformin) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.