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I took a Metformin ER 500mg today for the first time but I cut it in half because I didn't know that I wasn't supposed to. I took the first half and then saw that I was supposed to take it whole so I took the other half. I'm just wondering if I'm in any danger?

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Hi, I’m Kay. It’s good to meet all of you! This is my first time taking Metformin 500 ER during meals and I am scared to death as I don’t know what to expect. I was given the script and filled it, but the dr didn’t give me any advice on what to do or what to look for. Please, can I get some feedback? It would be much appreciated.

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Since it is time released tablet, you could get too much of the medication at once, so you will need to watch for the signs of low blood sugar, which could include: dizziness, drowsiness, tremors and fainting.

You may want to make sure you have something sweet on hand that can bring it up, fast, such as a small glass or orange juice and then, when feeling better, a sandwich or something to help keep it up longer.

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how long / how many hours does metformin ER act?

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AJJAx, they should work for an average of about 12 hours or so, which is why they are usually prescribed to be taken twice a day, just before meals.

However, some people may require more frequent dosing, so it may be given 3 times a day.

Thus, you should always follow your doctors instructions, to help gain the best control of your blood sugar levels.

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I have been taking Metformin ER 500 MG 24 hr Tabs. They have IP 178 on them. What is the difference in all these pills and numbers I have been on them for about 2yrs My fasting blood sugar is 127.

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