Metformin HCL Tablets

Metformin Tablets

Metformin is an oral anti-hyperglycemic agent that potentially could be useful in the adjunctive treatment of insulin resistance associated with equine metabolic syndrome or used in the adjunctive treatment of noninsulin-dependent diabetes in dogs and cats.

Horses

Metformin

Glucophage®

Antihyperglycemic

Metformin tablets are blackberry flavored.

Current Manufacturer: Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc

Metformin 1000 mg Tablets 100 ct & 500ct: 19 mm, white (to off-white), oval (biconvex), film coated tablet, scored in half, imprinted with G;12. (NDC 70010-0065-01, 70010-0065-05)

Metformin hydrochloride

Povidone K30, povidone K90, corn starch, titanium dioxide, blackberry, hypromellose 2910, polyethylene glycol 400, magnesium stearate.

Metformin should be use as directed by your veterinarian.

Give the dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose, and continue with the regular schedule. Do not give 2 doses at once.

Your pet may experience lethargy, inappetance, weight loss and vomiting. Notify your veterinarian if side effects appear and remain troublesome. Other side effects may occur, if you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian.

The following drugs can potentially interact with metformin: ACE inhibitors, acetazolamide, zonisamide, cimetidine, dexamethasone, prednisone, prednisolone, thiazide diuretics, fluorquinolone antibiotics, furosemide, and phenylpropanolamine. Contact your veterinarian if your pet experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together.

Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medication or supplements you are giving to your pet. Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, even if a drug interaction may occur. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely. 

This medication does not have an FDA approved indication for use in animals, but it is a common and acceptable practice for veterinarians to prescribe this human medication for use in animals.

Keep out of reach of children. Not for use in humans.

Allergic reactions to medications may occur. Be sure to inform VetSource and your veterinarian if your pet has any known drug sensitivities or allergies. If your pet displays symptoms of an allergic reaction, call your veterinarian immediately or go to a veterinary emergency clinic. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: swollen lips, tongue, face, airways; difficulty breathing; agitation; profuse salivation; widespread hives and itching.

If you are concerned that your pet has experienced an adverse reaction to this medication, please contact Vetsource customer service at 877-738-4443.

Store at 68°F to 77°F in controlled room temperature, excursions permitted between 59°F to 86°F. Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store in a childproof container. Store this medicine in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink or in damp places. The medicine may break down if exposed to heat or moisture.