medfor 500mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
๐ Prescription Required
๐ Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 27, 2026
What is medfor 500mg tablet used for?
medfor 500mg tablet (Metformin (500mg)) is used to treat ANTI DIABETIC. It contains Metformin (500mg), which works by treating the condition effectively. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Metformin (500mg)
- Manufacturer: Shine Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.
๐ medfor 500mg tablet Uses & Benefits
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๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Metformin (500mg) |
| Brand Name | medfor 500mg tablet |
| Manufacturer | Shine Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI DIABETIC |
| Action Class | Biguanides |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take medfor 500mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of medfor 500mg tablet
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Flatulence
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
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๐ Substitutes for medfor 500mg tablet
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diform 500mg tabletLa Pharmaceuticals โน6.47 61.3% CHEAPER
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biciphage 500 tabletBiochem Pharmaceutical Industries โน6.56 60.7% CHEAPER
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davaindia metformin 500mg tabletDavaindia Generic Pharmacy โน6.56 60.7% CHEAPER
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metneed 500mg tabletReliance Formulation Pvt Ltd โน6.85 59% CHEAPER
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glumet 500mg tabletCipla Ltd โน6.96 58.3% CHEAPER
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formet 500 tabletChemech Laboratories Ltd โน7.00 58.1% CHEAPER
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metrose 500mg tabletZeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd โน7.00 58.1% CHEAPER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.