GLUMET TABLET should be taken with meals to help reduce stomach or bowel side effects or as directed by your doctor. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets on the basis of your medical condition.

What is the best time of day to take metformin?

Standard metformin is taken two or three times per day. Be sure to take it with meals to reduce the stomach and bowel side effects that can occur – most people take metformin with breakfast and dinner. Extended-release metformin is taken once a day and should be taken at night, with dinner.

When should you take metformin morning or night?

Take metformin as prescribed by your doctor. If you only take one dose, it is preferable to take it at night after your meal to decrease side effects such as nausea, bloating, or diarrhea. If you are taking 2 doses, take it after meals.