Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet
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Overview
Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet is supplied as a tablet, with Metformin Hydrochloride 500mg (extended-release). It is supplied in pack sizes of 100s and 10s.
No prescription is required for this product, as it is a non-prescription medicine. This page is limited to product, safety and handling information.
If you would like guidance before buying, you can speak to a doctor or pharmacist through an online consultation on DoctorOnCall. Orders are dispensed by a registered pharmacist and delivered to your address.
Directions for Use
Take Hovid Diabetmin XR exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily with the evening meal, and swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, break, or chew the extended-release tablet, as this can affect how the medicine is released into the body. Continue any diet and exercise plan recommended by your healthcare provider alongside this medicine.
Dosage
Dosage is individualized by the prescribing doctor based on blood glucose control, kidney function, and response to treatment, and is typically started at a low dose and gradually increased. Only a doctor can determine the correct starting dose and any adjustments; do not change your dose without medical advice.
Shelf Life
Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet is typically valid for up to 24 to 36 months from the date of manufacture when stored correctly and unopened. Always check the expiry date printed on the packaging before use.
Storage Instructions
Store below 30°C in a dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the tablets in their original packaging until ready to use, and keep out of reach and sight of children.
Side Effects
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Stomach discomfort or cramps
- Metallic taste in the mouth
- Loss of appetite
- Weight loss (in some cases)
Contraindications
- Severe kidney impairment or significantly reduced kidney function
- Acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis
- Severe liver disease
- Conditions with risk of tissue hypoxia, such as severe heart failure or recent heart attack
- Known hypersensitivity to metformin
- Should be temporarily stopped before procedures involving iodinated contrast dye, as advised by a doctor
Drug / Food Interactions
- Alcohol may increase the risk of lactic acidosis and should be limited
- Iodinated contrast media used in certain radiological procedures may increase kidney-related risk
- Certain diuretics, corticosteroids, and other medicines that affect blood glucose or kidney function may require dose review
- Other diabetes medicines may increase the risk of hypoglycemia when combined
- Best taken with food to reduce stomach upset
Quick Tips
- Take with your evening meal as directed to reduce stomach discomfort
- Do not stop or adjust your dose without consulting your doctor, even if you feel well
- Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments and blood tests to monitor kidney function and blood glucose control
- Inform your doctor before any surgery or imaging procedure that uses contrast dye
- Report persistent muscle pain, unusual tiredness, or difficulty breathing promptly, as these may signal a rare but serious side effect
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a prescription to buy Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet?
No. Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet is a non-prescription product and can be ordered without a prescription. It is still dispensed by a registered pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
What does Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet contain?
Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet is a tablet containing Metformin Hydrochloride 500mg (extended-release). The full ingredient list is shown in the Composition or Ingredients section on this page and on the product packaging.
What pack sizes does Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet come in?
It is supplied in pack sizes of 100s and 10s. Choose the pack size you need from the options shown on this page before adding the item to your cart.
Why is there no information here about what Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet is for?
This page is limited to product, safety and handling information in line with Malaysian rules on medicine information. If you want advice on whether this product suits you, book an online consultation with a doctor or pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
How should I use Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet?
Use it exactly as stated on the pack label, without changing the amount or how often you use it. If anything on the label is unclear, check with a pharmacist before the first use, and read the Directions for Use section on this page.
Can I speak to a doctor or pharmacist about Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet before I buy it?
Yes. DoctorOnCall offers online consultations with licensed doctors and registered pharmacists, so you can ask about this product, your existing medicines, or anything on the label before you place an order.
How should I store Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet?
Store below 30°C in a dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the tablets in their original packaging until ready to use, and keep out of reach and sight of children. Keep it in its original pack and do not use it after the expiry date printed on the packaging.
What should I do if I notice side effects after using Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet?
Stop using the product and speak to a doctor or pharmacist about any reaction that concerns you. Seek medical care immediately for signs of a severe reaction such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips or throat, or a widespread rash. Reported reactions are listed in the Side Effects section on this page.
How long will delivery take?
Within Malaysia, standard delivery takes 3 to 5 working days. Same-day delivery is available in the Klang Valley for orders placed before 12pm; orders placed after 12pm arrive by the end of the next day.
Orders to Singapore are sent as international deliveries and take 5 to 9 working days. A lump-sum shipping and handling fee applies to every overseas delivery and is shown at checkout.
What payment methods can I use?
Customers in Malaysia can pay by FPX online banking, credit or debit card (Visa and Mastercard), and supported e-wallets including Touch ‘n Go eWallet, GrabPay and ShopeePay.
FPX and local e-wallets are tied to Malaysian bank and wallet accounts, so if your delivery address is in Singapore, use the payment options displayed at checkout for that address rather than assuming the same list applies.
Can Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet be delivered to Singapore?
Yes. DoctorOnCall ships to Singapore as an international order dispatched from Malaysia, arriving in 5 to 9 working days with a lump-sum shipping and handling fee.
Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) allows personal imports of up to three months’ supply of a medicine for your own use or an immediate family member’s, as long as it contains no controlled drugs, psychotropic substances or prohibited items. Keep the product in its original labelled packaging and keep a copy of your prescription or doctor’s letter with it. Quantities above three months’ supply, and medicines containing controlled substances, require prior HSA approval.
Is Hovid Diabetmin XR 500mg Tablet registered with the authorities?
Products listed on DoctorOnCall are registered with Malaysia’s Ministry of Health for supply in Malaysia, and each pack carries its MAL registration number.
An order delivered to Singapore arrives as a personal import of a Malaysia-registered product; HSA product registration is not required for personal-use quantities, but it is also not the same as a product registered for sale in Singapore. If you need a locally registered Singapore product, buy it from a pharmacy in Singapore.
Who do I contact if there is a problem with my order?
DoctorOnCall’s customer care team handles order, delivery and product queries through the contact channels on the site, including WhatsApp and the online help centre.
For deliveries to Singapore, allow more time before chasing an order than you would for a local Malaysian delivery, as the parcel passes through customs clearance and tracking updates can appear later in the journey.
Ingredients / Active Ingredients
- Metformin Hydrochloride 500mg (extended-release)
- Hypromellose (release-controlling polymer)
- Microcrystalline cellulose
- Magnesium stearate
- Povidone
- Film-coating agents
Safety Advice
Pregnancy
This medicine should be used cautiously during pregnancy. Monitoring may be required.
Breastfeeding
This medicine is generally safe during breastfeeding with minimal risk to the infant.
Kidney
Use cautiously. Dose adjustment or monitoring may be required.
Liver
Use cautiously. Liver function monitoring may be required.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with this medicine.
Driving
Use caution while driving until you know how this medicine affects you.
Relevant Information
Metformin extended-release formulations like Hovid Diabetmin XR are widely favored for long-term type 2 diabetes management because they reduce the peak-related gastrointestinal side effects seen with immediate-release metformin while maintaining effective blood glucose control, making them easier for many patients to tolerate over time. Regular medical follow-up remains essential to ensure the medicine continues to work safely as part of a broader diabetes care plan.
