Question 1

How does this medicine help in both diabetes and PCOS when these are different conditions?

Accepted Answer

In diabetes, the main issue is high blood sugar due to insulin resistance. In Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, insulin resistance also plays a key role and affects hormone balance. Metform 1000mg Tablet SR improves how the body responds to insulin, which helps lower blood sugar in diabetes and can also help regulate hormones and cycles in PCOS.

Question 2

Can this medicine be used if blood sugar levels are only slightly high?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it may be prescribed even in early stages or prediabetes to improve insulin sensitivity and prevent progression, especially when lifestyle changes alone are not enough.

Question 3

Do I need to continue Metform 1000mg Tablet SR long-term?

Accepted Answer

Both diabetes and PCOS are long-term conditions. Metform 1000mg Tablet SR is often used for an extended period, but the duration depends on your response, goals, and your doctor’s advice.

Question 4

What makes Metform 1000mg Tablet SR different from other diabetes medicines?

Accepted Answer

Unlike some medicines that increase insulin levels, this medicine mainly works by improving how the body uses insulin and reducing sugar production in the liver, which makes it a commonly used first-line treatment.

Question 5

What is the use of Metform SR 1000 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Metform SR 1000 Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Question 6

How does Metform SR 1000 Tablet work?

Accepted Answer

Metform SR 1000 Tablet lowers blood glucose levels by decreasing the amount of glucose absorbed from the food and the amount of glucose made by the liver.

Question 7

Does Metform SR 1000 Tablet cause weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Metform SR 1000 Tablet is associated with either modest weight loss or stable body weight. However, if you experience excessive weight loss while on treatment with Metform SR 1000 Tablet , inform your doctor without any delay. There is a possibility that your dosage needs to be adjusted.

Question 8

If I am taking regular insulin do I need to talk to the doctor?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you are taking Insulin regularly, you need to consult a doctor before taking Metform SR 1000 Tablet .

Question 9

What to do if I forget to take my regular prescribed dose?

Accepted Answer

Try to take your medicine at the scheduled time, and do not skip your doses. If you forget to take Metform SR 1000 Tablet , do not take a double dose to make up for your forgotten dose. Taking an overdose might cause your sugar level to fall rapidly. Try to take the next dose at the usual time.

Question 10

Can I take alcohol with Metform SR 1000 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Do not take excessive alcohol while taking Metform SR 1000 Tablet , as this may increase the risk of a life-threatening condition called lactic acidosis (too much lactic acid in the body), which causes symptoms like dizziness, drowsiness, muscle pain, fast, shallow breathing, etc.

Question 11

Can I can get a CT scan while taking Metform SR 1000 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

If I have to undergo a major surgery, so do I need to stop taking Metform SR 1000 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

Is Metform SR 1000 Tablet also prescribed for the treatment of type 1 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

No. Metform SR 1000 Tablet is only prescribed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, also called non-insulin-dependent diabetes. It is not indicated for type 1 diabetes.

Question 14

How to take Metform SR 1000 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Metform SR 1000 Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water. Taking it with or after a meal helps prevent side effects affecting digestion.

Question 15

What does Metform SR 1000 Tablet do exactly?

Accepted Answer

Metform SR 1000 Tablet helps to lower your blood glucose to as normal a level as possible. It increases your body's response to insulin and decreases the amount of glucose absorbed from your food and the amount of glucose made by your liver.

Question 16

Can Metform SR 1000 Tablet make you sleepy?

Accepted Answer

Metform SR 1000 Tablet may not make you sleepy. Consult the doctor if you experience sleepiness, as it could be a sign of ketoacidosis.

Question 17

How do I recognise lactic acidosis, a side effect of Metform SR 1000 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms of lactic acidosis include abdominal pain, vomiting, muscle cramps, difficulty breathing, reduced body temperature and heartbeat, and severe tiredness. Consult the doctor if you experience these symptoms.

Question 18

Can I use Metform SR 1000 Tablet during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Metform SR 1000 Tablet can be used during pregnancy only if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or think you may be pregnant.

Question 19

Are there any potential side effects with Metform SR 1000 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Metform SR 1000 Tablet may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually overtime. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult the doctor.

Question 20

How should I store Metform SR 1000 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Store Metform SR 1000 Tablet at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.

Question 21

Is taking Metform Sr Tablet alone sufficient for diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Metform Sr Tablet is used with a proper diet and exercise program. Single drug therapy with metformin can be given in pre-diabetes or at the onset of diabetes. In a diabetic at a later stage insulin production itself becomes very poor and a drug from another group of antidiabetics needs to be added to control high blood sugar.

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