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Nyelv: angol
Forrás: NLM (National Library of Medicine)
METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE (UNII: 786Z46389E) (METFORMIN - UNII:9100L32L2N)
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE
METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE 500 mg
ORAL
PRESCRIPTION DRUG
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 m2 ) (see WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS ). - Known hypersensitivity to metformin hydrochloride. - Acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis, with or without coma. Diabetic ketoacidosis should be treated with insulin.
Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets USP, 500 mg are available as white to off-white oval caplets, debossed with “93” on one side and “7267” on the other side. They are available in bottles of 100 (NDC 0093-7267-01) and 1000 (NDC 0093-7267-10). Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets USP, 750 mg are available as brick red (mottled), oval caplets, debossed with “93” on one side and “7212” on the other side. They are available in bottles of 100 (NDC 0093-7212-01). Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Dispense in a tight, light-resistant container as defined in the USP, with a child-resistant closure (as required). KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATIONS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Manufactured In Israel By: Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd. Jerusalem, 9777402, Israel Manufactured For: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. North Wales, PA 19454 Rev. AR 4/2017
Abbreviated New Drug Application
METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE- METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE TEVA PHARMACEUTICALS USA, INC. ---------- HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION 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 tablets 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 Adult Dosage for metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets: 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 increments of Olvassa el a teljes dokumentumot