Drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, tiredness, constipation, and loss of coordination (e.g., difficulty walking and controlling muscles) may occur. These side effects are more common during the first 4 weeks and usually lessen as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged...
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Generic Name: GLYBURIDE/METFORMIN TABLET - ORAL Pronounced: (GLEYE-byou-ride/met-FOR-min) Warning Metformin can rarely cause a serious (sometimes... Read more »
Source: First DataBank
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