PrandiMet Dosage for People Switching From Metformin and Prandin
If you already take both
metformin and
Prandin, you should start with a
PrandiMet dosage that provides a similar amount of both active ingredients. The starting PrandiMet dosage should not exceed your current dosage of either metformin or Prandin. If necessary to control your blood sugar, your healthcare provider may increase your dose.
General PrandiMet Dosage Information
Some considerations for people taking PrandiMet include the following:
- PrandiMet comes in tablet form. It is usually taken by mouth two or three times a day before meals.
- It is best to take this medication 15 minutes before a meal, although you can take it up to 30 minutes before a meal if necessary. If you skip the meal, you should also skip your dose.
- The maximum dose for PrandiMet is 10 mg/2500 mg total per day. The maximum dose per meal is 4 mg/1000 mg.
- For the medication to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. It will not work if you stop taking it.
- If you are unsure about anything related to your dosage or PrandiMet dosing in general, please talk with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
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