国家: 美国
语言: 英文
来源: NLM (National Library of Medicine)
METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE (UNII: 786Z46389E) (METFORMIN - UNII:9100L32L2N)
Lupin Pharmaceuticals, 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 30mL/minute/1.73 m2 ) [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.1)] . - Known 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 metformi
Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets USP, 500 mg are available as white to off-white, oval shaped, biconvex coated tablet, debossed with "L41" on one side and "LU" on the other side. Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets USP, 1,000 mg are available as white to off-white, oval shaped, biconvex coated tablet, debossed with "L42" on one side and "LU" on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F); [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].
Abbreviated New Drug Application
METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE- METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE LUPIN PHARMACEUTICALS, 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 TABLET AND INSTITUTE GENERAL SUPPORTIVE MEASURES IN A HOSPITAL SETTING. PROMPT HEMODIALYSIS IS RECOMMENDED. (5.1) INDICATIONS AND USAGE Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablet is 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 Starting dose: 500 mg orally once daily with the evening meal (2.1) Increase the dose in increments of 500 mg every 1 to 2 weeks, up to a maximum of 2,000 mg once daily with the evening meal. (2.1) Patients receiving metformin hydrochloride (HCl) tablets may be switched t 阅读完整的文件