Glura M Xr 100/500 Strip Of 15 Tablets
Glura M Xr 100/500 Strip Of 15 Tablets Description
Glura M Xr Tablet is a medication used to manage type 2 diabetes. It combines metformin and sitagliptin, which work together to control blood sugar levels. Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body doesn'
t produce enough insulin or can't use it effectively. This leads to high blood sugar levels, which can cause serious health problems. Before taking Glura M Xr Tablet, it's crucial to inform your doctor about any existing health conditions, such as liver, kidney, or heart problems, high cholesterol, severe infections, or recent dehydration. Regular blood sugar and kidney function checks may be necessary while taking this medication. Lifestyle changes, including a healthy diet, regular exercise, and quitting smoking, can enhance the effectiveness of Glura M Xr Tablet. Glura M Xr is not recommended for people with severe, uncontrolled diabetes, alcoholism, shock, or breathing or circulation problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting this medication. Common side effects include low blood sugar, stomach upset, and various other minor issues. If these side effects become bothersome, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Product Summary
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Contains | Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) + Sitagliptin(100.0 Mg) |
Uses | Type 2 diabetes mellitus |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, headache, metallic taste, flatulence |
Uses of Glura M Xr 100/500 Strip Of 15 Tablets
Contraindications of Glura M Xr 100/500 Strip Of 15 Tablets
- If you are allergic to sitagliptin, metformin or any other ingredients of Glura M Xr Tablet.
- If you have severe kidney or liver disease.
- If your diabetes is not under control and you also have high blood sugar, nausea, vomiting, loose motions, rapid loss of weight, pain in the stomach, breathing difficulty, sleepiness etc.
- If you have dehydration or you have the presence of severe infection.
- If you have to go to do an x-ray or scan and dye is injected in your blood before doing the x-ray or scan.
- If you have a recent history of a heart attack.
- If you are a heavy alcohol drinker.
- If you are a lactating mother.
Side effects of Glura M Xr 100/500 Strip Of 15 Tablets
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Metallic taste
- Flatulence
- Loose motion
- Constipation
- Stomach pain
- Loss of appetite
Precautions and Warnings of Glura M Xr 100/500 Strip Of 15 Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have skin blister after taking this medicine.
- You have a fever, vomiting, loose motion, heat exposure, less fluid intake.
- You have vomiting, pain in the stomach, breathing difficulty, tiredness, muscle cramps, decrease body temperature, decrease heartbeat after taking this medicine.
- You have low blood sugar after taking other anti-diabetic medicines along with this medicine.
- You have type 1 diabetes mellitus.
- You are undergoing any surgery.
- Your doctor tells you that you have increase triglyceride level in your blood and you have gall stones.
Mode of Action of Glura M Xr 100/500 Strip Of 15 Tablets
How Does It Work?
- Sitagliptin works by increasing insulin production by the body after a meal and decreasing sugar production by the body.
- Metformin works by restoring the natural response of the body to insulin and decreasing sugar production by the body.
Directions for Use of Glura M Xr 100/500 Strip Of 15 Tablets
- Take Glura M Xr Tablet with food as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not stop taking Glura M Xr Tablet on your own, without informing your doctor.
Interactions of Glura M Xr 100/500 Strip Of 15 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Glura M Xr Tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially if you are taking other antidiabetic medicines.
Storage and disposal of Glura M Xr 100/500 Strip Of 15 Tablets
- Store Glura M Xr Tablet at a temperature not above 30°C in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Glura M Xr 100/500 Strip Of 15 Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Why Glura M Xr Tablet need to be taken with food?
Q: What precaution should I take if I have low blood sugar after taking Glura M Xr Tablet with other anti-diabetic medicines?
- If you have low blood sugar after taking Glura M Xr Tablet with other anti-diabetic medicines, you should eat sugar, honey, or candy, or drink fruit juice or non-diet soda to increase your blood sugar rapidly. ...
- Consult your doctor immediately if you have blurring of vision, sudden sweating, shaking, increased heartbeat, hunger, dizziness etc after taking this medicine or other anti-diabetic medicines.
Q: What is the composition of Glura M Xr Tablet?
Q: Does Glura M Xr Tablet cause weight gain?
References
- Janumet 50 mg/1000 mg film-coated tablets- Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2024 [cited 24 October2024]
- Janumet 50 mg/1000 mg film-coated tablets- Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2024 [cited 24 October2024]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2024 [cited 24 October2024]
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