Glycomet 500 vs Glyciphage 500: price, salt & differences
Glycomet 500 and Glyciphage 500 both contain Metformin 500 mg – the same medicine in the same dose, so they work the same way. Glycomet 500 by USV Private Limited is ₹19.59 for 10 tablets (₹1.96 per tablet) and Glyciphage 500 by Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd is ₹39.7 for 20 tablets (₹1.99 per tablet), so Glycomet 500 works out cheaper per tablet. Neither is clinically better; ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Glycomet 500
Metformin 500 mg · USV Private Limited
MRP ₹19.59 for 10
₹1.96 / tablet
Metformin 500 mg detailsGlyciphage 500
Metformin 500 mg · Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
MRP ₹39.70 for 20
₹1.99 / tablet
Metformin 500 mg detailsKey differences
| Aspect | Glycomet 500 | Glyciphage 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Salt / composition | Metformin | Metformin |
| Strength | 500 mg | 500 mg |
| Manufacturer | USV Private Limited | Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Pack size | 10 tablets | 20 tablets |
| MRP | ₹19.59 for 10 tablets | ₹39.7 for 20 tablets |
| ₹ per tablet | ₹1.96 per tablet | ₹1.99 per tablet |
| Prescription status | Schedule H – prescription required | Schedule H – prescription required |
| Main use | Type 2 diabetes – the first-choice tablet to lower blood sugar, along with diet and exercise. | Type 2 diabetes – the first-choice tablet to lower blood sugar, along with diet and exercise. |
| Who it suits / key caution | First-line tablet for type 2 diabetes; also used in PCOS. Take with meals; stomach upset is common early on. Check kidney function regularly. | Same as Glycomet 500 – identical salt and strength, so the same cautions apply. |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Frequently asked questions
Glycomet 500 और Glyciphage 500 में क्या अंतर है?
दोनों में एक ही salt – Metformin 500 mg – है, इसलिए असर एक जैसा है। फर्क company और कीमत का है: Glycomet 500 (USV Private Limited) की MRP ₹19.59 (10 tablets) है और Glyciphage 500 (Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd) की MRP ₹39.7 (20 tablets)।
Is Glycomet 500 the same as Glyciphage 500?
Yes, medically. Both contain Metformin 500 mg in tablet form. They are made by different companies – USV Private Limited and Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd – and may differ in pack size, price and tablet appearance, but the active ingredient and dose are identical.
Which is cheaper, Glycomet 500 or Glyciphage 500?
Glycomet 500 is cheaper per tablet at ₹1.96 against ₹1.99 for Glyciphage 500. The strip prices are ₹19.59 for 10 tablets (Glycomet 500) and ₹39.7 for 20 tablets (Glyciphage 500).
Can I take Glyciphage 500 instead of Glycomet 500?
Because the salt and strength are the same, a pharmacist can usually dispense Glyciphage 500 in place of Glycomet 500 if your doctor is fine with it. Do not swap on your own if your doctor wrote a specific brand – ask them or the pharmacist first.
Is there a cheaper generic option?
Yes. Jan Aushadhi stores sell Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets IP 500mg at ₹6.19 for 10 – about ₹0.62 per tablet. It is the same salt and strength, made to the same standards.
Do I need a prescription for Glycomet 500 or Glyciphage 500?
Yes. Metformin is a Schedule H medicine in India, so both brands need a valid prescription.
Glycomet 500 or Glyciphage 500 – which is better for PCOS?
Both are plain Metformin 500 mg; neither is better for PCOS. The dose and timing your doctor sets matter, not the brand.
Sources
- NHS – Metformin (19 October 2026)
- MedlinePlus – Metformin (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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This page is general information, not medical advice. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without asking a doctor or pharmacist. Terms