What is Diaformin called in the United Arab Emirates?
Diaformin contains metformin. In the United Arab Emirates the same medicine is sold as Glucophage.
Medically reviewed by Javeria Muneer, Pharmacist · Last reviewed:
| Brand | Country | Active ingredient | Common strengths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diaformin Pending verification | Australia | metformin A10BA02 | 500 mg tablet, 850 mg tablet, 1000 mg tablet |
| Glucophage Pending verification | United Arab Emirates | metformin A10BA02 | 500 mg tablet, 850 mg tablet, 1000 mg tablet |
Same active ingredient does not always mean the same strength, salt or release form. Check the pack and ask a local pharmacist.
Questions
What is Diaformin called in the United Arab Emirates?
Diaformin contains metformin. In the United Arab Emirates the same medicine is sold as Glucophage.
Is Glucophage exactly the same as Diaformin?
Both contain metformin (ATC A10BA02). Strength, salt, release form and inactive ingredients can differ, so compare the packs and ask a pharmacist.
What strengths of metformin are common in the United Arab Emirates?
Common forms include 500 mg tablet, 850 mg tablet, 1000 mg tablet. Check the label, because local packs may differ from the one you have.
