Glycomet 1000 mg Tablet

Glycomet 1000 mg Tablet is an oral diabetes medicine that contains 1000 mg of metformin in each tablet. It belongs to the biguanide class and is used to help lower blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Glycomet 1000 mg Tablet is not insulin, and it is usually used along with diet and exercise to improve glucose control. This higher-strength tablet is intended for patients whose doctor has determined that a 1000 mg dose is appropriate.

How it works: Metformin in Glycomet 1000 mg Tablet helps lower blood sugar by reducing how much glucose the liver makes and by helping the body use insulin better. As a tablet, it is swallowed and absorbed through the digestive tract, which is why taking it with food can help lessen stomach upset.

Glycomet 1000 mg Tablet is a higher-strength version compared with Glycomet 250 mg Tablet and Glycomet 850 mg Tablet, so it may be chosen when a doctor wants a larger metformin dose in fewer tablets. Because it delivers 1000 mg at once, it is generally suited to people already assessed as needing this strength rather than those just starting metformin. The effects are not meant to feel immediate; it works gradually to improve blood sugar control over time.

• Type 2 diabetes management
• Blood sugar control with diet and exercise
• May be used alone or with other diabetes medicines
• Can help improve fasting and overall glucose levels

• Swallow Glycomet 1000 mg Tablet whole with a glass of water unless your doctor gives different instructions.
• Take it with meals or right after eating to reduce stomach side effects.
• Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet unless your pharmacist or doctor says it is safe to do so.
• Take it exactly on the schedule prescribed; do not change the dose on your own.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Avoid drinking a lot of alcohol while taking this medicine, because it can increase the risk of serious side effects.

Each Glycomet 1000 mg Tablet provides 1000 mg of metformin, which is a relatively high tablet strength compared with lower-dose options. Some patients may take it once or twice daily, and the total daily dose is set by the prescriber based on blood sugar response, kidney function, and tolerance; the maximum daily dose depends on the specific metformin regimen your doctor chooses. Do not use more than prescribed, and do not assume this 1000 mg strength is right for starting therapy.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Metformin may include:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain or bloating
• Loss of appetite
• Metallic taste

• This is a higher-strength metformin tablet, so it should only be used when a clinician has determined the 1000 mg dose is appropriate.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, because metformin safety depends on kidney function.
• Avoid heavy alcohol use, which can raise the risk of lactic acidosis.
• Use extra caution if you have heart failure, liver disease, severe infection, dehydration, or recent surgery.
• If you are having an imaging test with iodinated contrast, your doctor may tell you to stop metformin temporarily.
• Monitor for low blood sugar if Glycomet 1000 mg Tablet is taken with insulin or a sulfonylurea.
• Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel dizzy or weak from low blood sugar or stomach upset.

• Alcohol
• Iodinated contrast dye used in some CT or X-ray procedures
• Insulin
• Sulfonylureas such as glipizide or glyburide
• Certain medicines that can affect kidney function, including some diuretics or NSAIDs

Store Glycomet 1000 mg Tablet at room temperature in a dry place, away from excess heat, moisture, and out of reach of children.