Glucophage
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
500 · 850 · 1000mg
Metformin 500mg, 850mg and 1000mg tablets, film-coated and prolonged-release, used in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. A biguanide.
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Metformin
Metformin is a biguanide used for type 2 diabetes.
Medicines containing Metformin
Glucovance
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
400/2.50 · 500/5mg
Metformin with glibenclamide as a film-coated tablet, used in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. A biguanide paired with a sulfonylurea.
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Glucophage SR
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
500mg
Glucophage SR is metformin 500mg in a prolonged-release tablet for type 2 diabetes mellitus, releasing the biguanide slowly across the day.
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Glucophage XR
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
1000mg
Glucophage XR is metformin at the 1000mg prolonged-release strength for type 2 diabetes mellitus, cutting glucose output from the liver.
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Kombiglyze XR
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
5/500 · 5/1000mg
Kombiglyze XR pairs saxagliptin with metformin in a prolonged-release tablet for type 2 diabetes mellitus, a DPP-4 inhibitor alongside a biguanide.
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Jentadueto
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
2.5/500mg
Linagliptin with metformin as a film-coated tablet, used in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. A DPP-4 inhibitor paired with a biguanide.
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Key points
- It rarely causes low glucose alone but combinations can change that risk.
- Kidney function and acute illness determine lactic-acidosis risk.
- Deep rapid breathing, severe weakness or persistent vomiting needs urgent care.
Select a listed product and pack to order online. Ask your doctor or pharmacist whether it suits you and what monitoring it needs.
Important safety checks
Kidney and liver function, alcohol, dehydration, contrast procedures and vitamin B12 require review.
When to seek urgent care
Seek urgent help for deep rapid breathing, severe weakness, confusion, persistent vomiting, severe abdominal pain or collapse.
Further reading
FAQ
What is metformin used for?
Metformin is a biguanide used for type 2 diabetes. It helps keep your blood sugar within the target range.
How does metformin work?
Metformin lowers the amount of glucose your liver makes, reduces how much glucose your gut absorbs, and makes your body respond better to insulin.
How long does metformin take to work?
Metformin starts working within 2 to 3 hours, and its effect lasts around 6 to 12 hours.
What are the side effects of metformin?
Nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea are common, and you may also get abdominal pain or lose your appetite. A rare but serious problem is a build-up of acid in the blood (lactic acidosis), which needs urgent medical attention.
Can metformin be taken with alcohol?
Alcohol interacts with metformin, so ask your doctor or pharmacist before you drink while taking it.
Which metformin products can I order on SGMeds?
Products containing metformin on SGMeds include Glucophage, Glucophage SR and Glycomet, with more on this page. Compare their forms, strengths and pack sizes.
What are other names for metformin?
In other countries, metformin is also sold as Metabet and Bolamyn SR. Brand names vary between countries, so compare products by their active ingredient.
How is metformin priced?
Each product on this page shows a price for each strength and pack size in Singapore dollars, converted from US dollars, so the exchange rate can change the final amount. Larger packs usually cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →Do I need a prescription for metformin in Singapore?
No. SGMeds does not ask for a prescription to order metformin: we place the order with our pharmacy partner, which prepares it and arranges delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy metformin in Singapore?
You can order metformin here on SGMeds: choose the product, strength and pack, then check out. Parcels go to Singapore and Malaysia by Express shipping (tracked, up to 1 week) or Regular shipping (up to 3 weeks).
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