Description
GLUCOPHAGE 850MG 60`S is a Prescription Only Medicine (POM) containing Metformin Hydrochloride 850mg, typically supplied in a pack of 60 film-coated tablets. Manufactured by Merck Sante S.A.S., this medication is a first-line oral anti-diabetic drug from the biguanide class. It is primarily prescribed as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults and children (10 years and older) with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. It works by reducing glucose production by the liver, decreasing intestinal glucose absorption, and improving the body’s sensitivity to insulin.
