CompositionMelmet-500 SR Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus by helping the body restore its natural response to insulin. It is an essential foundational therapy that helps lower blood sugar levels and prevents the long-term progression of the disease. This medication is vital for maintaining healthy glucose levels without the high risk of causing sudden low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
This medication contains Metformin in a Sustained-Release (SR) formulation. It works by decreasing the amount of glucose produced by the liver and improving the sensitivity of muscle cells to insulin, allowing them to absorb sugar from the blood more effectively. The SR version releases the medication slowly over several hours, which significantly reduces common stomach-related side effects.
This tablet should be taken with your evening meal as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it whole; do not crush or chew it, as this would destroy the sustained-release property. Consult your healthcare provider regularly to monitor your kidney function and Vitamin B12 levels while on long-term Metformin therapy.
