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METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE (UNII: 786Z46389E) (METFORMIN - UNII:9100L32L2N)
Laurus Labs Limited
ORAL
PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Metformin hydrochloride tablets, USP are indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients 10 years of age and older with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Metformin hydrochloride tablets are contraindicated in patients with: - Severe renal impairment (eGFR below 30 mL/min/1.73 m2 ) [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 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 pregnancy [see Clinical Considerations]. No adverse developmental effects were observed when met
Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets, USP are supplied in the following strengths and package configurations: Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets USP, 500 mg are supplied as white to off white, round, biconvex, flavored, film coated tablets with ‘LL’ debossed on one side and plain on the other side. Bottles of 90 NDC 42385-947-90 Bottles of 100 NDC 42385-947-01 Bottles of 180 NDC 42385-947-18 Bottles of 500 NDC 42385-947-05 Bottles of 1,000 NDC 42385-947-11 Carton with 100 (10×10) Unit-Dose Tablets NDC 42385-947-19 Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets USP, 850 mg are supplied as white to off white, capsule shaped, biconvex, flavored, film coated tablets with ‘L06’ debossed on one side and plain on the other side. Bottles of 90 NDC 42385-948-90 Bottles of 100 NDC 42385-948-01 Bottles of 180 NDC 42385-948-18 Bottles of 500 NDC 42385-948-05 Bottles of 1,000 NDC 42385-948-11 Carton with 100 (10×10) Unit-Dose Tablets NDC 42385-948-19 Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets USP, 1,000 mg are supplied as white to off white, oval, biconvex, flavored, film coated tablets, with score line on both sides, with ‘L’ and ‘11’ debossed on either side of score line on one side. Bottles of 60 NDC 42385-949-60 Bottles of 90 NDC 42385-949-90 Bottles of 100 NDC 42385-949-01 Bottles of 180 NDC 42385-949-18 Bottles of 500 NDC 42385-949-05 Bottles of 1,000 NDC 42385-949-11 Carton with 100 (10×10) Unit-Dose Tablets NDC 42385-949-19 Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Dispense in light-resistant containers.
Abbreviated New Drug Application
METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE - METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE TABLET, FILM COATED LAURUS LABS LIMITED ---------- HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION THESE HIGHLIGHTS DO NOT INCLUDE ALL THE INFORMATION NEEDED TO USE METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS SAFELY AND EFFECTIVELY. SEE FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION FOR METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS. METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE 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 AND INSTITUTE GENERAL SUPPORTIVE MEASURES IN A HOSPITAL SETTING. PROMPT HEMODIALYSIS IS RECOMMENDED. (5.1) INDICATIONS AND USAGE Metformin hydrochloride tablets, USP are a biguanide indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients 10 years of age and older with type 2 diabetes mellitus. (1) DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Adult Dosage for Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets: Starting dose: 500 mg orally twice a day or 850 mg once a day, with meals (2.1) Increase the dose in increments of 500 mg weekly or 850 mg every 2 weeks, up to a maximum dose of 2,550 mg per day, given in divided doses (2.1) Doses above 2,000 mg may be better Preberite celoten dokument