Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Metformin
Drug Class
Blood Glucose Lowering Drugs, Excluding Insulin
Chemical Class
Biguanide
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
ATC Code
A10BA02
Status
Essential Medicine
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Uses
Metformin is an FDA-approved antidiabetic agent that manages high blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes patients. It reduces glucose abso...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Biguanide
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Antidiabetic Agent, Biguanide pharmacological group
Metformin is the derivative of Metformin (HCl). It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Biguanide. It belongs to Hypoglycemic pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Antidiabetic Agent, Biguanide pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Metformin (HCl) is 165.62. Its pKa is 11.5.
How to Take It
1
Adult
Scraped Dose
Take metformin exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your
Safety Alerts
Acute metabolic acidosis or pre-coma, hepatic or severe renal (GFR<30ml/min) impairment
Acute conditions predisposing to renal impairment, cardiac or respiratory failure, recent MI, alcoholism, pregnancy, lactation, and elderly (above 75yrs)
Important Warnings
Iodinated contrast materials, discontinue for 48 hrs before and after elective surgery, cardiac disorders, assess risk factors and discontinue immediately if metabolic acidosis suspected
Monitor renal function at least annually
Side Effects
Reports of altered LFTshepatitisGI upsettaste disturbanceskin reactionsreduced B12 absorptionsabnormal liver function testsrarely lactic acidosis.
Drug Interactions
Alcohol
iodinated contrast agents
diuretics
corticosteroids
ACE inhibitors
NSAIDs
inhibitors of OCT1 & OCT2.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
Contraindicated or not recommended.
Lactation
Contraindicated or not recommended.
Storage
Tab Store in a well closed container, Between 15°C-30°C. Protect from Moisture.
Price Intelligence
Rs 46.5
DVAGO observed price · per pack of 10 · as of 30 July 2026
Rs 4.65 per unit
Prices across sources
ServaidRs 126
DVAGOper pack of 10Rs 46.5
DRAPper pack of 30Rs 213.09
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Metformin, and what they are not.
Identical active ingredient at the same strength. Cheapest per unit first.
Neodipar
850mg
Rs 103.2Rs 3.44/unit
Lowest price per unitSANOFI-AVENTIS PAKISTAN LTD.
Regain
850mg
Rs 125
Werrick Pharmaceuticals Pakistan
Exermettablet
850mg
Rs 132.35
No DRAP alertsAspin Pharma
Neodiparfilmcoated
850mg
Rs 143.47
Hoechst Pakistan Limited
Diameteach
850mg
Rs 151.06
No DRAP alertsCCL Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd.
Neophage
850mg
Rs 91.5
Below approved ceilingABBOTT LABORATORIES (PAKISTAN) LIMITED.
Metscot
850mg
Rs 105.58 ceiling
No DRAP alertsSCOTMANN PHARMACEUTICALS
Metormin
850mg
Rs 409 ceiling
No DRAP alertsNAWAN LABORATORIES (PVT) LTD.
Hilomet
850mg
Rs 130.71 ceiling
HILTON PHARMA (PVT) LIMITED
Dowphage
850mg
Rs 160.43 ceiling
No DRAP alertsMartin Dow Limited
Metwil -Xr
850mg
Rs 166.32 ceiling
Wilson's Pharmaceuticals
Metmin
850mg
Rs 140.98 ceiling
No DRAP alertsMAPLE PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD
Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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