Actual Medicinal Product (AMP) Metformin 850mg tablets (Arrow Generics Ltd)

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Stability Information

(Some stability information inherited from generic)

Stability
compatible_special_measures logo Lack of data and/or stability concerns exist. MCA use may be acceptable but is likely to be off-label and require mitigation measures. Keep medicines in MCAs for the shortest time necessary. Generally, up to 5 weeks maximum unless otherwise specified, or up to 8 weeks if the MCA is airtight (sealed). Consider the risk of potency loss or dose variability and monitor for changes in efficacy or adverse effects after MCA initiation.
Notes

Light sensitive medicine. Store in light resistant container. Anecdotal reports of use in MCAs for up to 7 days (low quality evidence).

Provenance

This recommendation is based on the products Glucophage 850mg tablets (Merck) and metformin 850mg tablets (Ipca Laboratories UK Ltd).

Generic
Metformin
Formulation
Metformin 850mg tablets
  • Metformin
    • Metformin 850mg tablets
      • Metformin 850mg tablets (Arrow Generics Ltd)

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