Product Introduction

Gluconorm SR 1gm Tablet is a once-daily sustained-release formulation of Metformin Hydrochloride used in the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. The SR formula ensures steady release of the drug over time, which helps reduce gastrointestinal side effects and maintain consistent blood sugar control.

Uses of Gluconorm SR 1gm

• Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
• Adjunct therapy in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Benefits of This Medicine

Gluconorm SR 1gm helps lower blood sugar levels by:

• Improving insulin sensitivity
• Reducing hepatic glucose production
• Delaying intestinal glucose absorption

Effective glycemic control can help reduce the risk of long-term diabetes-related complications such as nephropathy, neuropathy, and cardiovascular disorders.

Possible Side Effects

This medicine is generally well-tolerated. Some common side effects include:

• Nausea
• Abdominal discomfort
• Flatulence
• Metallic taste
• Loss of appetite
• Rarely, lactic acidosis (medical emergency)

How to Use

Take this tablet with meals to reduce digestive side effects. Swallow whole with water. Do not crush or chew. Follow your physician’s dosage instructions strictly.

How It Works

Metformin lowers blood sugar through:

• Inhibition of liver gluconeogenesis
• Slowing down of carbohydrate absorption
• Improved peripheral insulin action

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

References:
NCBI – Metformin Hydrochloride
CDC – Diabetes Overview
PubMed – Sustained-Release Metformin Review