Melmet 500 Sr Tablet 15

Melmet 500 SR Tablet is used to control blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone are not enough.

Uses of Melmet 500 SR Tablet are:

• Type 2 Diabetes: Helps lower and steady raised blood sugar levels.
• Add-on to Lifestyle Changes: Used when diet and exercise alone do not control blood sugar well enough.
• Complication Prevention: Helps reduce the risk of long-term diabetes complications.

Follow these instructions while taking Melmet-500 SR Tablet:

• Take the tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet as this affects sustained release of the active ingredient.
• Take it at the same time each day to maintain consistent blood levels.
• Consult your doctor if you have questions about using this medicine.

Melmet-500 SR Tablet is taken orally.

Melmet-500 SR Tablet contains metformin (500 mg), which works on the body as follows:

• Reduces intestinal glucose absorption: Metformin decreases the amount of glucose that gets absorbed from the food you eat, helping to prevent spikes in blood sugar levels after meals.
• Decreases liver glucose production: Your liver normally produces glucose when blood sugar levels are low. Metformin works by limiting this production, preventing excess glucose from entering your bloodstream.
• Improves insulin sensitivity: Metformin helps your body tissues respond better to insulin, the hormone that allows cells to take up glucose from the blood. This improved response means your body can use insulin more effectively.
• Enhances glucose uptake by tissues: This medicine increases the ability of your muscle cells to remove glucose from your bloodstream, helping to lower overall blood sugar levels.

• Store Melmet-500 SR Tablet in a cool, dry place, with temperatures not exceeding 30°C.
• Keep the medicine protected from direct light and moisture.
• Store in the original packaging until ready to use.
• Keep all medicines out of sight and reach of children.
• Do not use Melmet-500 SR Tablet after the expiry date printed on the package.

• Follow a low-carbohydrate diet with plenty of fibre-rich foods like vegetables, whole grains, and legumes to help manage your blood glucose levels.
• Engage in regular physical activity, such as 30 minutes of brisk walking daily, as exercise improves insulin sensitivity and helps control type 2 diabetes.