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Metformin Hydrochloride

Brand name: Glumetza

Metformin Hydrochloride comes in 206 pill versions in our database, in 6 strengths, from 58 manufacturers. Check the imprint to tell them apart.

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500 mg 55 pills

625 mg 2 pills

750 mg 17 pills

850 mg 23 pills

1000 mg 38 pills

Other 15 pills

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What is Metformin Hydrochloride used for?

Metformin Hydrochloride is used for type 2 diabetes.

Medicine type
Diabetes medicine (biguanide)
Official uses from the US prescribing label

Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets are indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

From the FDA-approved label on DailyMed (published Sep 28, 2026).

Doctors sometimes prescribe a medicine for other reasons too. If you are not sure what yours is for, ask your pharmacist.