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Whether normal glycomet 1000 mg and glycomet sr 1000 mg are of same effect in case of treatment of type 2 diabetes. Which is better and I am using one (1) tablet before lunch every day.
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Glycomet sr.
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Glycomet sr stands for sustained release i.e. It helps avoid sudden drop in blood glucose level after intake of medication.
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Glycomet sr is preferred as it releases medication in a constant proportion so that concentration of metformin will be even in the blood for 12 hours approximately.
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Glycomet sr is a sustained release tbalet and works for a longer duration. In people who do not tolerate glyconmet glycomet sr is tried and vice versa. No beig difference in efficacy
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