Generic In Thailand For Glucophage Xr

[Mobi]

The diabetes drug Glucophage XR is out of patent and can be obtained as a generic.

Does anyone happen to know the generic name that it is sold under in Thailand?

Thanks

[Somtamnication]

I think it is metmorfin....

[lopburi3]

metformin hydrochloride is the active ingredient and is sold here under the Metformin Rx850 name but don't know if they also have an extended release version here.

[Sheryl]

Metformin is available here under literally dozens of brand names but I haven't seen an extended release form nor do I find one listed in MIMS. Best to ask a pharmacist.

[ThaiPauly]

I use Glucophage 850mg twice daily, whats the difference between the ordinary one and XR Mobi?

[lopburi3]

XR normally are designed to dissolve at different times over a long period (this is a one tablet evening medication it seems). Unfortunately no two people are the same and the production process would have to be of a much higher standard. I would likely use a normal version unless doctor is sure that a specific brand was safe and up to standards. Especially if it just involves two times a day rather than once a day.