{"id":17738,"date":"2022-01-24T07:11:39","date_gmt":"2022-01-24T07:11:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=17738"},"modified":"2022-01-24T10:58:46","modified_gmt":"2022-01-24T10:58:46","slug":"metformin-stada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/metformin-stada\/","title":{"rendered":"Metformin STADA – Metformin hydrochloride uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

1000 mg Film-coated tablets
metformin hydrochloride<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Metformin STADA is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What Metformin Stada is<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Metformin\u00a0Stada contains\u00a0metformin, a medicine used to treat\u00a0diabetes.\u00a0It belongs to a group of drugs called biguanides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insulin is a hormone produced in the pancreas that helps the body absorb glucose (sugar) from the blood. The body uses glucose to produce energy or stores it for future needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have\u00a0diabetes, the pancreas does not produce enough\u00a0insulin\u00a0or the body cannot use the\u00a0insulin\u00a0that is produced well enough.\u00a0This leads to high glucose levels in the blood.\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada helps lower blood glucose levels to a level that is as close to normal as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are an adult and overweight, taking\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada for a long time can also help reduce the risk of complications associated with\u00a0diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Metformin Stada is used for<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Metformin\u00a0Stada is used to treat patients with type 2\u00a0diabetes\u00a0(also known as “non-insulin-dependent diabetes”) when diet and exercise alone are not sufficient to control blood glucose levels, especially for obese patients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adults can take Metformin Stada as the only treatment or with medicines to treat diabetes (medicines taken by mouth or insulin ).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Children 10 years of age or older and adolescents can take\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada as their only treatment or with\u00a0insulin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Metformin hydrochloride contained in\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you need to know before you use Metformin STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do not use Metformin STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
  • if you are allergic to metformin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6)<\/li>
  • if you have severe renal impairment<\/li>
  • if you have liver problems<\/li>
  • if you have uncontrolled diabetes with, for example, severe hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar), nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rapid weight loss, lactic acidosis (see “Risk of lactic acidosis” below) or ketoacidosis . Ketoacidosis is a condition in which substances called ketone bodies accumulate in the blood, which can lead to diabetic precoma. Symptoms include stomach pain, rapid and deep breathing, drowsiness or that your breath has a different, fruity odor.<\/li>
  • if the body has lost too much water (dehydration), e.g. due to prolonged or severe diarrhea, or if you have vomited several times in a row. Dehydration can lead to kidney problems which can cause lactic acidosis (See \u201cWarnings and Precautions\u201d)<\/li>
  • if you have a severe infection , e.g. an infection that affects the lungs, trachea or kidneys. Severe infections can lead to kidney problems which can cause lactic acidosis (See “Warnings and Precautions”)<\/li>
  • if you are being treated for acute heart failure or have recently had a heart attack, if you have severe circulatory problems (such as shock ) or difficulty breathing. This can lead to a lack of oxygen in tissue one, which can cause lactic acidosis (see “Warnings and Precautions”)<\/li>
  • if you drink a lot of alcohol.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    If any of these apply to you, do not take this medicine but talk to a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You need to consult a doctor about<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    • you need to have an examination, such as an X-ray or a computed tomography scan , which means that you are receiving contrast media containing iodine injected into your blood<\/li>
    • you will undergo major surgery.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      You must stop taking\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada for some time before and after the examination or operation.\u00a0Your doctor will decide if you need any other treatment during this time.\u00a0You must follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Metformin Stada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Risk of lactic acidosis<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Metformin\u00a0Stada can cause the very rare, but very serious,\u00a0side effect\u00a0of lactic\u00a0acidosis, especially if your kidneys are not working properly.\u00a0The risk of developing\u00a0lactic acidosis\u00a0is also increased in uncontrolled\u00a0diabetes, severe\u00a0infections, prolonged fasting or alcohol intake, dehydration (see more information below), liver problems and conditions where part of the body has reduced oxygen supply (including\u00a0acute\u00a0severe heart disease).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      If any of the above apply to you, talk to your doctor for further information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Stop taking\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada for a short time if you have a condition that may be associated with dehydration,<\/strong>\u00a0such as severe vomiting, diarrhoea, fever, exposure to heat or if you drink less fluid than normal.\u00a0Talk to a doctor for further instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Stop taking\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada and contact your doctor or nearest hospital immediately if you experience any of the symptoms of\u00a0lactic acidosis\u00a0<\/strong>as the condition may lead to\u00a0coma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      The symptoms of lactic acidosis include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      • vomiting<\/li>
      • abdominal pain (stomach pain)<\/li>
      • muscle cramps<\/li>
      • a general feeling of not feeling well and pronounced fatigue<\/li>
      • hard to breathe<\/li>
      • lowered body temperature and heart rate .<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Lactic acidosis is an acute medical condition that must be treated in a hospital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        If you are going to have a major operation, you must stop taking Metformin Stada during the operation and for a certain time after it. Your doctor will decide when you need to stop taking Metformin Stada and when you should start taking it again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        During treatment with\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada, your doctor will check your kidney function at least once a year or more often if you are older and\/or if your kidney function is deteriorating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Metformin\u00a0Stada itself does not cause\u00a0hypoglycaemia\u00a0(too low blood sugar) but if you take\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada with other antidiabetic medicines\u00a0that\u00a0can cause\u00a0hypoglycaemia\u00a0(eg sulphonylureas,\u00a0insulin, meglitinides) there is a risk of\u00a0hypoglycaemia.\u00a0If you experience symptoms of\u00a0hypoglycaemia, such as weakness, dizziness, sweating, rapid\u00a0heartbeat, visual disturbances or difficulty concentrating, eating or drinking something containing sugar usually helps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Other medicines and Metformin STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        If you need to get an\u00a0injection\u00a0into your blood with a contrast agent that contains iodine, for example in connection with an X-ray or\u00a0computed tomography, you must stop taking\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada before or at the time of\u00a0injection.\u00a0Your doctor will decide when you need to stop taking\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada and when you should start taking it again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Tell your doctor if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines.\u00a0You may need to do more blood sugar and kidney function tests, or your doctor may need to adjust the\u00a0dose\u00a0of one of\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada.\u00a0You must mention the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        • beta-2 agonist as salbutamol or terbutaline (used to treat asthma )<\/li>
        • corticosteroids (used to treat a variety of conditions, such as severe dermatitis or asthma )<\/li>
        • drugs that increase urine production ( diuretics )<\/li>
        • drugs used to treat pain and inflammation ( NSAIDs and COX 2 inhibitors, such as ibuprofen and celecoxib)<\/li>
        • certain medicines for the treatment of high blood pressure ( ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor antagonists).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Metformin STADA with food, drink and alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Avoid high alcohol intake while taking Metformin Stada as alcohol may increase the risk of lactic acidosis (see section “Warnings and precautions”).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          During pregnancy, you need\u00a0insulin\u00a0to treat your\u00a0diabetes.\u00a0If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.\u00a0He or she may change your treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          It is not recommended to take\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada if you are breastfeeding or if you are planning to breastfeed your baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Metformin Stada alone does not cause hypoglycaemia (too low a blood glucose level). This means that it does not affect your ability to drive or use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          However, you should be especially careful if you take\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada with other antidiabetic medicines\u00a0that\u00a0can cause\u00a0hypoglycaemia\u00a0(eg sulphonylureas,\u00a0insulin, meglitinides).\u00a0Symptoms of\u00a0hypoglycaemia\u00a0include weakness, dizziness, sweating, rapid heartbeat, visual disturbances or difficulty concentrating.\u00a0Do not drive or use machines if you experience such symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or\u00a0side effects.\u00a0Descriptions of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          How to use Metformin STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Metformin Stada cannot replace the beneficial effects of a healthy lifestyle. Continue to follow any dietary advice your doctor has given you and exercise regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Usual dose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Children 10 years of age or older and adolescents usually start with 500 mg or 850 mg metformin hydrochloride once daily.\u00a0The maximum daily dose is 2,000 mg divided into two or three\u00a0doses.\u00a0Treatment of children aged 10-12 years is only recommended according to your doctor’s instructions, as experience in this age group is limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Adults usually start with 500 mg or 850 mg metformin hydrochloride two or three times a day.\u00a0The maximum daily dose is 3,000 mg divided into three\u00a0doses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          If you have impaired kidney function, your doctor may\u00a0prescribe\u00a0a lower\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          If you are also taking\u00a0insulin<\/strong>, your doctor will tell you how to start treatment with\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Check<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

          • Your doctor will take regular blood glucose tests and adjust your dose of Metformin Stada to your blood glucose level. You need to talk to your doctor regularly. This is especially important for children and adolescents or if you are older.<\/li>
          • Your doctor will also examine your kidney function at least once a year. You may need more frequent check-ups if you are older or if your kidneys are not working properly.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            How to take Metformin Stada<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Take\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada with or after a meal.\u00a0This way you avoid\u00a0side effects\u00a0that affect\u00a0digestion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Method of administration<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

            The film-coated tablet with breaking notch can be divided with two hands like other tablets or by placing the tablet with the smaller notch facing down on a hard, smooth surface and at the same time using thumb pressure with both thumbs on the right and left side of the notch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            The tablets must not be crushed or chewed. Swallow each tablet with a glass of water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            • If you take one dose a day, take it in the morning (breakfast).<\/li>
            • If you take two doses a day, take one dose in the morning (breakfast) and one in the evening (dinner).<\/li>
            • If you take three doses a day, take one in the morning (breakfast), one in the middle of the day (lunch) and one in the evening (dinner).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              If after a while you think that the effect of Metformin Stada is too strong or too weak, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Use for children and adolescents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              Usual dose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Children 10 years of age or older and adolescents usually start with 500 mg or 850 mg metformin hydrochloride once daily.\u00a0The maximum daily dose is 2,000 mg divided into two or three\u00a0doses.\u00a0Treatment of children aged 10-12 years is only recommended according to your doctor’s instructions, as experience in this age group is limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              If you use more Metformin STADA than you should  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              If you take\u00a0more Metformin\u00a0Stada than you should,\u00a0lactic acidosis\u00a0may occur.\u00a0The symptoms of\u00a0lactic acidosis\u00a0are vomiting, stomach pain with muscle cramps, general malaise with great tiredness and difficulty breathing.\u00a0If you experience any of these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              If you forget to use Metformin STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a forgotten\u00a0dose.\u00a0Take the next\u00a0dose\u00a0at the time you would normally take it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Metformin\u00a0Stada can cause it very rarely (may affect up to 1 user in 10,000), but very serious\u00a0side effects\u00a0include\u00a0lactic acidosis\u00a0(see section “Warnings and precautions”).\u00a0If this happens to you, you must\u00a0stop taking\u00a0Metformin\u00a0Stada and contact a doctor or nearest hospital immediately<\/strong>\u00a0as\u00a0lactic acidosis\u00a0may lead to\u00a0coma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Symptoms of lactic acidosis include vomiting, stomach pain (abdominal pain) with muscle cramps, general malaise with severe fatigue and difficulty breathing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Very common (may affect more than 1 user in 10)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

              • Digestive problems such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain and decreased appetite. These side effects usually occur at the beginning of treatment with Metformin Stada. It helps if you distribute the doses throughout the day and if you take the tablets with or immediately after a meal. If symptoms persist, stop taking Metformin Stada and talk to your doctor.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                • Taste changes.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  Very rare (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  • Skin reactions such as redness, itching or hives .<\/li>
                  • Low levels of vitamin B 12<\/sub> in the blood.<\/li>
                  • Deviations in liver function tests or hepatitis (this may cause fatigue, loss of appetite, weight loss, with or without yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes). If this happens to you, stop taking this medicine.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    Children and young people<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    Limited information shows that the type and severity of side effects are similar for children and adolescents as for adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    How to store Metformin STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                    Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    No special storage instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP. The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    Contents of the pack and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                    Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                    • The active substance is metformin hydrochloride. A film-coated tablet Metformin Stada 100 mg contains 1000 mg metformin hydrochloride equivalent to 780 mg metformin .<\/li>
                    • The other ingredients are hypromellose, macrogol 6000, magnesium stearate, povidone K25, titanium dioxide (E171)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                      What the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                      Metformin\u00a0Stada is white, oblong film-coated tablets with a notch on both sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      The tablets are sold in blister packs of 15, 20, 30, 50, 60, 90, 100, 118, 120, 150, 180, 200 and 600 film-coated tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                      STADA Arzneimittel AG
                      Stadastrasse 2-18
                      61118 Bad Vilbel
                      Germany<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      Local representative<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      STADA Nordic ApS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      Marielundvej 46 A<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      2730 Herlev<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      Denmark<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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