Formin Plus 1000mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Formin Plus Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. It contains Metformin Hydrochloride, a Biguanide and Vitamin B12, also known as cyanocobalamin. It is used to treat Diabetes Mellitus when diet and exercise do not result in optimum control of blood glucose levels.

Vitamin B12 acts as a nerve protector and helps relieve symptoms of tingling numbness which is commonly seen in patients with diabetes. You can take this tablet with or without food. Do not stop the medications abruptly without consulting the doctor.

If you observe any severe side effects, inform the doctor immediately.

Dosage

Overdose

In case of overdose, you may experience dizziness, nausea, or lightheadedness. If you experience these symptoms, visit the nearest hospital or contact your doctor immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If the next dose is approaching, skip the missing dose. Instead, use your next dose at the same time every day. Do not take two tablets at once.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Metformin increases glucose tolerance in persons with Type 2 diabetes. It reduces the production of glucose in the liver and controls glucose absorption from the intestine. This helps to improve insulin resistance.

Directions for Use

• Formin Plus Tablet is to be taken orally as directed by the physician.
• Do not break, crush or chew the tablet
• Swallow the tablet with a glass of water
• You can take it with or without food
• Do not take more than the recommended dose

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Formin Plus Tablet during pregnancy?

Formin Plus Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Therefore, consult your doctor before using these tablets, and the doctor will weigh the benefits and the risks of this tablet.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Formin Plus Tablet while breastfeeding?

Metformin does pass into breast milk in very low amounts. However, as only limited data is available, it is best to avoid it while breastfeeding as a precautionary measure.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Formin Plus Tablet?

The combination of these drugs may cause low blood sugar in some cases; if any symptoms of hypoglycemia are seen, it may affect your driving ability.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Formin Plus Tablet?

Alcohol should not be consumed with Formin Plus Tablet as it causes low blood sugar.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have abnormal kidney, liver and heart function
• You have vitamin B12 deficiency
• You have liver or kidney disorder
• You are allergic to any ingredients of Formin Plus Tablet or any other excipient
• You have ketoacidosis
• You are taking prescription, non-prescription, herbal or nutritional supplements, vitamins or minerals

Contraindications

• If you are allergy to any ingredients of Formin Plus Tablet or any other excipient.
• If you have severe Kidney dysfunction.
• If you have ketoacidosis.
• If your patient is in coma.
• If you have allergic skin conditions.

Side effects

• Lactic acidosis (Increased lactic acid in blood)
• Vitamin B12 deficiency
• Low blood sugar
• Inflammation of pancreas
• Heart failure
• Joint pain

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• NSAIDs, including selective cyclo-oxygenase (COX) II inhibitors, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor antagonists and diuretics along with Metformin, can cause lactic acidosis and increase the risk of kidney failure
• Use of Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors like Topiramate, zonisamide, acetazolamide or dichlorphenamide. with metformin increases the risk of lactic acidosis
• Ranolazine, vandetanib, dolutegravir, and cimetidine with metformin increase the risk of lactic acidosis
• Absorption of cyanocobalamin can be reduced with Para-aminosalicylic acid, colchicine, biguanides, neomycin, cholestyramine, potassium chloride, methyldopa, and cimetidine

Storage and disposal

• Store at room temperature between 20 to 25° C
• Protect from light and moisture
• Keep away from children
• Keep the medication away from the reach of children and pets
• Do not flush the expired or unneeded tablets or throw them in household waste; instead, talk to your pharmacist regarding the safe way to discard them

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does this medicine stimulate insulin production and cause low sugar?

This medicine does not stimulate the pancreas to release insulin to reduce blood sugar.

Can I use Formin Plus Tablet along with herbal medicines?

It is best to discuss with your physician any possible interactions between Rejumet and herbal medicines before using both together.

Is Formin Plus Tablet habit forming?

No habit forming tendencies have been reported with Metformin or Cyanocobalamin.