Riomet
metFORMIN
CHEMICAL NAME
metFORMIN
DRUG TYPE
biguanides
Riomet
$ 133.06 Solution, 500 mg/5 mL, 150 mL(s)
Glucophage
$ 57.94 tablet, 850 mg, 30 tab(s)
MetFORMIN Hydrochloride
$ 2.50 tablet, 850 mg, 30 tab(s)
GENERIC

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Frequently Asked Questions
You should not use this medicine if you have severe kidney disease, metabolic acidosis, or diabetic ketoacidosis (call your doctor for treatment).
If you need to have any type of x-ray or CT scan using a dye that is injected into your veins, you may need to temporarily stop taking metformin.
You may develop lactic acidosis, a dangerous build-up of lactic acid in your blood. Call your doctor or get emergency medical help if you have unusual muscle pain, trouble breathing, stomach pain, dizziness, feeling cold, or feeling very weak or tired.
Similar Drugs
Brand Name Examples | Supplied As | Strength |
Glucophage | tablet | 1000 mg500 mg850 mg |
Riomet | solution | 500 mg/5 mL |
Generic Examples | Supplied As | Strength |
MetFORMIN Hydrochloride | solution | 500 mg/5 mL |
tablet | 1000 mg500 mg850 mg |