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Glucophage xr side effects, by duration, gender and age (a phase IV clinical study of FDA data)

Summary:

Side effects are reported by people who take Glucophage xr (metformin hydrochloride). Common side effects include blood glucose increased among females and blood glucose increased among males.

The phase IV clinical study is created by eHealthMe based on 3,773 reports from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Glucophage Xr?

Glucophage xr has active ingredients of metformin hydrochloride. It is often used in diabetes. eHealthMe is studying from 3,939 Glucophage xr users. Check the latest studies of Glucophage xr.

On Jul, 10, 2026

3,773 people who take Glucophage Xr and have side effects are studied.

Glucophage xr side effects.

What are the common side effects of Glucophage xr, by gender? *

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What are the common side effects of Glucophage xr, by age (0-1 to 60+)? *

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What are the common side effects of Glucophage xr, by the time people have been on the drug (< 1 month to 10+ years)? *

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* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

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How to use the study?

DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.

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How the study uses the data?

The study is based on metformin hydrochloride (the active ingredients of Glucophage xr) and Glucophage xr (the brand name). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered.

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