USE
Metformin hydrochloride (PANFOR SR) is used
for treatment of non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) or
type 2 DM, particularly in obese and juvenile diabetics in whom diet
alone has failed as monotherapy.
SIDE EFFECT
Nausea, diarrhoea, gastric pain, constipation, vomiting and metallic taste in mouth. Dermatological Effects: Rash, pruritus, urticaria, erythema and flushing. Miscellaneous: Headache and dizziness.
PRECAUTION
Metformin component is not suitable in case of treatment for the elderly or with signs of impaired renal function.
Therefore, when starting treatment with Panfor SR, serum creatinine
should be checked. If during surgery, the patient should stop using
Metformin about 48 hours before.