Metformin hydrochloride (HCl) 500 mg is a medication commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes. It is an oral medication that helps lower blood sugar levels by improving the body's response to insulin and reducing the amount of glucose produced by the liver. Metformin is often prescribed alongside lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise to manage diabetes effectively.
The "500 mg" you mentioned refers to the dosage strength of the medication. Metformin is available in various dosage forms, including tablets and extended-release formulations. The dosage strength indicates the amount of metformin hydrochloride present in each tablet. In this case, "500 mg" means that each tablet contains 500 milligrams of metformin hydrochloride.