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Metfor XR

Metfor XR Description

metformin

Manufacturer:

Cathay YSS

Distributor:

Cathay YSS
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Description
500 mg: Each Extended-Release Tablet contains: Metformin hydrochloride, USP 500 mg.
Metformin Hydrochloride (METFOR XR) Extended-Release Tablets contain an oral antihyperglycemic drug used in the management of type 2 diabetes. Metformin hydrochloride (N,N-dimethylimidodicarbonimidic diamide hydrochloride) is a member of the biguanide class of oral antihyperglycemics and is not chemically or pharmacologically related to any other class of oral antihyperglycemic agents. The empirical formula of metformin hydrochloride is C4H11N5·HCl and its molecular weight is 165.63.
Metformin Hydrochloride (Metfor XR) is a white to off-white crystalline powder that is freely soluble in water and is practically insoluble in acetone, ether, and chloroform. The pKa of metformin is 12.4. The pH of a 1% aqueous solution of metformin hydrochloride is 6.68. METFOR XR (Metformin Hydrochloride) Extended-Release Tablets are designed for once-a-day oral administration and deliver 500 mg or 1000 mg of metformin hydrochloride.
750 mg: Metformin Hydrochloride (Metfor XR) 750 mg Extended-Release Tablet: White, oblong, biconvex tablet, plain on both sides.
Each Extended-Release Tablet contains: Metformin hydrochloride 750 mg.