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Pharmacies sometimes switch which manufacturer's version of a drug they stock. Enter both product names or DINs — usually printed right on the label or bottle — to see how they compare.

First product
APO-METFORMIN ER
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Second product
GLUCOPHAGE

This comparison shows regulatory facts from Health Canada. It does not determine whether these products are interchangeable — ask your pharmacist before switching.

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APO-METFORMIN ERGLUCOPHAGE
ManufacturerAPOTEX INCSANOFI-AVENTIS CANADA INC
Active ingredientMETFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDEMETFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE
Strength500MG500MG
Dosage formTABLET (EXTENDED-RELEASE)Tablet
RouteORALOral
Health Canada statusMarketedMarketed
Shortage statusPermanently DiscontinuedNo current shortage
Recall / safety alertNone on fileNone on file
Same active ingredientSame strengthDifferent dosage formSame route
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