METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE tablet, film coated, extended release

País: Estats Units

Idioma: anglès

Font: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

ingredients actius:

METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE (UNII: 786Z46389E) (METFORMIN - UNII:9100L32L2N)

Disponible des:

Golden State Medical Supply, Inc.

Designació comuna internacional (DCI):

METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Composición:

METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE 1000 mg

Vía de administración:

ORAL

tipo de receta:

PRESCRIPTION DRUG

indicaciones terapéuticas:

Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets are indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets are contraindicated in patients with: - Severe renal impairment (eGFR below 30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1) ]. - Hypersensitivity to metformin. - Acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis, with or without coma. Risk Summary Limited data with Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets in pregnant women are not sufficient to determine a drug-associated risk for major birth defects or miscarriage. Published studies with metformin use during pregnancy have not reported a clear association with metformin and major birth defect or miscarriage risk [see Data] . There are risks to the mother and fetus associated with poorly controlled diabetes mellitus in pr

Resumen del producto:

Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets, USP as are supplied as modified capsule-shaped, film-coated extended-release tablets containing 500 mg or 1,000 mg of metformin hydrochloride. NDC 51407-058-60: 500 mg extended-release, white to off-white, film coated, modified capsule-shaped tablets debossed with “NF5” on one side: bottles of 60. NDC 51407-059-60: 1,000 mg extended-release, white to off-white, film coated, modified capsule-shaped tablets debossed with “NF0” on one side: bottles of 60. Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature] excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F). Avoid excessive heat and humidity. Keep tightly closed (protect from moisture). Protect from light. Dispense in a tight, light-resistant container as defined in the USP.

Estat d'Autorització:

Abbreviated New Drug Application

Fitxa tècnica

METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE- METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE TABLET, FILM COATED,
EXTENDED RELEASE
GOLDEN STATE MEDICAL SUPPLY, INC.
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HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE EXTENDED-RELEASE TABLETS. THESE HIGHLIGHTS DO
NOT INCLUDE
ALL THE INFORMATION NEEDED TO USE METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE
EXTENDED-RELEASE
TABLETS SAFELY AND EFFECTIVELY. SEE FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION FOR
METFORMIN
HYDROCHLORIDE EXTENDED-RELEASE TABLETS.
METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE EXTENDED-RELEASE TABLETS, FOR ORAL USE
INITIAL U.S. APPROVAL: 1995
WARNING: LACTIC ACIDOSIS
_SEE FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION FOR COMPLETE BOXED WARNING._
POSTMARKETING CASES OF METFORMIN-ASSOCIATED LACTIC ACIDOSIS HAVE
RESULTED IN DEATH,
HYPOTHERMIA, HYPOTENSION, AND RESISTANT BRADYARRHYTHMIAS. SYMPTOMS
INCLUDED
MALAISE, MYALGIAS, RESPIRATORY DISTRESS, SOMNOLENCE, AND ABDOMINAL
PAIN.
LABORATORY ABNORMALITIES INCLUDED ELEVATED BLOOD LACTATE LEVELS, ANION
GAP ACIDOSIS,
INCREASED LACTATE/PYRUVATE RATIO; AND METFORMIN PLASMA LEVELS
GENERALLY >5 MCG/ML.
( 5.1)
RISK FACTORS INCLUDE RENAL IMPAIRMENT, CONCOMITANT USE OF CERTAIN
DRUGS, AGE >65
YEARS OLD, RADIOLOGICAL STUDIES WITH CONTRAST, SURGERY AND OTHER
PROCEDURES, HYPOXIC
STATES, EXCESSIVE ALCOHOL INTAKE, AND HEPATIC IMPAIRMENT. STEPS TO
REDUCE THE RISK
OF AND MANAGE METFORMIN-ASSOCIATED LACTIC ACIDOSIS IN THESE HIGH RISK
GROUPS ARE
PROVIDED IN THE FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION. ( 5.1)
IF LACTIC ACIDOSIS IS SUSPECTED, DISCONTINUE METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE
EXTENDED-
RELEASE TABLETS AND INSTITUTE GENERAL SUPPORTIVE MEASURES IN A
HOSPITAL SETTING.
PROMPT HEMODIALYSIS IS RECOMMENDED. ( 5.1)
INDICATIONS AND USAGE
Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablet are a biguanide
indicated as an adjunct to diet and
exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes
mellitus. ( 1)
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Swallow Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets whole and
never crush, cut or chew ( 2.1)
Starting dose: 500 mg orally once daily with the evening meal ( 2.1)
Increase the dose in increment