Metformin (500mg)
DavaIndia Metformin 500mg Tablet is an antidiabetic medication containing metformin hydrochloride as the active pharmaceutical ingredient. Metformin belongs to the biguanide class of antidiabetic drugs and is commonly available in strengths of 250mg, 500mg, 850mg, and 1000mg tablets. This medication is classified under HSN code 3004 for pharmaceutical preparations and attracts 5% GST as per Indian tax regulations for essential medicines.
The following medicines contain the same active ingredient (Metformin (500mg)) and may be offered by pharmacists as substitutes. Actual substitute selection depends on availability at your pharmacy and prescribing doctor's instructions.
Metformin 500mg tablets fall under HSN code 3004 and attract 5% GST as per Indian taxation rules for pharmaceutical preparations and essential medicines.
Metformin tablets are classified as General/Schedule H medicines under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, requiring a prescription from a registered medical practitioner for dispensing.
Common brands may include Glucophage, Glycomet, Obimet, Formet, and Cetapin among others. Various pharmaceutical companies manufacture metformin formulations under different brand names across India.
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