Metformin extended-release tablets generally can not be taken three times a day, metformin extended-release tablets have different dosage forms, and the dosage of medication for different groups of people has some differences, please follow the doctor’s instructions to take medication can be. Metformin extended-release tablets can reduce the intestinal absorption of glucose, inhibit hepatic glucose production, increase peripheral glucose uptake and utilization, and ultimately play a role in lowering the role of blood glucose, this drug can be used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus that relies solely on dietary control, exercise and control of blood glucose is ineffective. Allergic to this drug, acute metabolic acidosis, severe renal failure, hepatic insufficiency is prohibited. Metformin extended-release tablets are available in different dosage forms, and the specific dosage varies from person to person, please follow the doctor’s instructions to take medication; generally recommended to start with a small dose, and increase the dosage with the blood glucose situation. If you are taking the 500mg form of Metformin Extended-Release Tablets, the starting dosage is usually 500mg once a day with dinner. The dosage is adjusted according to blood glucose and urine glucose, with the maximum daily dose not exceeding 2,000 mg. If satisfactory efficacy is not achieved with 2,000 mg once daily, the dosage may be changed to 1,000 mg twice daily. Adverse reactions such as hypoglycemia, palpitations, hot flashes, upper respiratory tract infections, hepatitis, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal distension, urticaria, and malaise may occur after administration. Patients who need to take Metformin Extended-Release Tablets should take the medication under the guidance of a doctor, and consult the doctor for the exact dosage of the medication.