Product Introduction

Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet is a sustained-release formulation of Metformin Hydrochloride used to treat patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. It helps lower blood sugar levels when diet and exercise alone are not enough. The SR technology enables the drug to be released slowly in the body, improving tolerance and reducing gastrointestinal issues.

Uses of Gluconorm SR 500

• Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
• Supportive treatment in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Benefits of This Medicine

Gluconorm SR helps regulate blood sugar levels and can prevent long-term complications such as:

• Kidney damage (diabetic nephropathy)
• Retinal problems (diabetic retinopathy)
• Neuropathy (nerve pain or numbness)
• Heart disease and stroke

Possible Side Effects

Gluconorm SR 500 is generally well tolerated. Some people may experience mild digestive symptoms that usually improve over time.

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Flatulence
• Loss of appetite
• Metallic taste in mouth
• Abdominal discomfort
• Rarely, lactic acidosis (a serious condition)

How to Use

Take Gluconorm SR 500 exactly as advised by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole without crushing or chewing. It should be taken with food to minimize side effects and improve absorption.

How It Works

Metformin helps lower blood glucose levels by:

• Decreasing glucose production in the liver
• Delaying glucose absorption in the intestines
• Enhancing insulin sensitivity in muscles and fat

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

References:
NCBI – Metformin
CDC – Diabetes Basics
PubMed – Metformin SR Review