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MEDICAL INFORMATION
Fortamet Key Facts
What is Fortamet?
Fortamet is the brand name for metformin and is available as an extended-release oral tablet.
What dosages is Fortamet available in?
Fortamet is available as a 500 mg and 1,000 mg extended-release oral tablet.
What is Fortamet used for?
Fortamet is a biguanide that is used to treat type 2 diabetes.
How does Fortamet work?
Fortamet is a biguanide, which uses many methods to lower your blood sugar. It lowers the amount of sugar your body makes and absorbs from food. It also helps your body respond better to insulin.
How do I take Fortamet?
Fortamet is typically taken by mouth with a starting dose is 500 mg with your evening meal. If needed, your provider might raise your dose as long as you’re not having bad side effects. The maximum total dose is 2,000 mg daily.
Is it safe for me to take Fortamet?
Fortamet is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you have severe renal impairment (eGFR below 30 mL/min/1.73 m2), a hypersensitivity to metformin, or acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis, with or without coma.
Fortamet Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Fortamet include:
- Diarrhea
- Nausea and vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Constipation
- Bloating
- Heartburn
- Gas
- Dizziness
- Headache
Fortamet Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Fortamet. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Lactic acidosis: muscle pain, severe abdominal pain, shallow breathing, tiredness, weakness, change in heartbeat
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Fortamet
The following medications may interact with Fortamet:
- Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors – May increase risk of lactic acidosis
- Drugs that reduce metformin clearance (such as ranolazine, vandetanib, dolutegravir, and cimetidine) – May increase the accumulation of metformin
- Alcohol – Can potentiate the effect of metformin on lactate metabolism
Who makes Fortamet?
Teva Pharmaceuticals
Is Fortamet safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if Fortamet will harm your unborn baby. You should talk to your healthcare provider before taking this medication if you are pregnant.
What is the generic name for Fortamet?
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