Glucophage SR

Glucophage SR (slow release) is an FDA approved oral medication, taken in the form of a 500mg, 750mg or 1000mg tablet. It is used to treat and manage the symptoms of type 2 diabetes by helping to control blood sugar levels in individuals dealing with type 2 diabetes, or non-insulin dependant diabetes (NIDDM).

Glucophage tablets contains the active ingredient; metformin hydrochloride. This medication can be used by men and women over the age of 18, with type 2 diabetes to effectively manage their diabetes, when dieting has failed to do so. Glucophage SR tablets can be taken on their own, or in combination with other antidiabetic treatments.

As well as all the functions of Glucophage SR as an effective way to control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes, this medication has other useful advantages.

• The active ingredient, metformin, is believed to lower LDL cholesterol ("bad" cholesterol) and increase the levels of HDL cholesterol (the "good" cholesterol), which means that you are more likely to lose weight. Despite this, it is still important to continue the diet and exercise advice given by your doctor.
• Glucophage tablets are prolonged-release tablets, designed to release a slow dose of metformin continuously over several hours. Therefore, your blood sugar levels will be consistent throughout the day.
• Clinical studies have shown that overweight type 2 diabetic patients will experience long-term intensive blood glucose control, as a result of using Glucophage SR.
• By using Glucophage SR to control high blood sugar, you can prevent potential kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems.
• Long-term control of diabetes can decrease the potential risk of heart attacks and strokes.
• Studies have shown that Glucophage SR tablets can make menstrual cycles more regular and can increase fertility.

The active ingredient in Glucophage SR, metformin hydrochloride, is known as a biguanide medication and works in a variety of ways to effectively control sugar levels in the blood to ensure that diabetes symptoms are treated and prevented.

Glucophage SR is clinically recognised to decrease the amount of sugar produced by cells in the liver. It also increases the sensitivity of your muscle cells to insulin, so that they can remove the natural glucose from your blood more effectively. Another way that it works is by delaying the absorption of sugar from the intestines into the blood prior to eating. This means that it reduces sugar levels both between meals and directly after them. As it is a slow release formula, it means a more steady dose is released through the day.

Unlike Glucophage sachets, Glucophage SR comes in tablet form, so is a convenient and practical way of treating type 2 diabetes. It is currently available from HealthExpress in dosages of 500mg, 750mg and 1,000mg.

In general, the prescribed dosage will depend on a number of things, particularly how well your body regulates blood sugar levels. The starting dose will usually be 500mg but this may be increased upon consultation with a doctor. The tablets should be taken once or twice daily and should be taken either during or immediately after meals. Remember, never crush, break or chew the medication and do not take a double dose, even if you have forgotten to take a tablet.

Glucophage tablets have been proven by clinical trials to be safe as well as effective and is suitable for use by those over the age of 18 with type 2 diabetes. However, certain people may be considered unsuitable for this medication, this includes:

• People with decreased liver or kidney function
• Most women who are pregnant or breastfeeding

You should disclose any pre-existing health conditions that may affect whether Glucophage is safe for you to use. If it isn't then alternative treatments can be advised. For more information regarding the precautions associated with the Glucophage SR (slow release) medicine, please refer to the precautions for Glucophage SR section below.

The more common side effects associated with Glucophage tablets are disturbances of the gut such as vomiting, diarrhoea or abdominal pain. If such side effects occur, which is unlikely, when the treatment is first administered, but they tend to improve over time. The more infrequently reported side effects include elevated levels of lactic acid in the blood and skin reactions, such as rashes, itching or flushing.

If any of these side effects persist, please ensure that you contact a doctor, or your local GP, to discuss your condition.

There are a number of precautions that should be considered before taking Glucophage SR tablets.

• Glucophage SR is not a substitute for dieting and exercising, therefore a diet and exercise plan should be followed in order to get the most out of this treatment
• Alcohol consumption should be avoided whilst taking this medication. This is because the risk of developing low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) and lactic acidosis can increase
• It's possible that your doctor may want to occasionally check your blood sugar levels. This can be discussed with your doctor or local GP.
• When taking Glucophage SR, it is recommended that a doctor should monitor your kidney function once or twice a year. This is more likely if you are elderly, or dealing with kidney problems
• If you are due to have surgery under general anaesthetic whilst taking Glucophage SR, it is recommended that you inform your doctor because in these situations blood sugar is usually controlled by insulin, so your doctor might ask you to stop using this medication 48 hours prior to surgery
• The shells of the Glucophage SR tablets may be visible in your faeces, but this is completely normal
• Glucophage SR shouldn't be used by individuals dealing with; kidney failure, a decreased liver or kidney function, breathing difficulties, dehydration, heart failure, or alcoholism. This is also the case if you have recently had a heart attack
• You should inform your doctor, if you are allergic to any of the ingredients found in Glucophage SR tablets.
• It is recommended by the manufacturer of Glucophage SR that this treatment should not be used during pregnancy, or whilst breastfeeding

Glucophage SR 500 mg, 750 mg and 1000 mg tablets can be safely and securely ordered online from HealthExpress by simply clicking on the link below. You can then begin your quick and simple online consultation. Your consultation will then be quickly reviewed by one of our doctors, who will assess your suitability. If your consultation is approved, you will be able to buy this medication, safely and securely, along with other treatments that are suitable for your condition.