Glyciphage Tablet
20 Tablet(s) in StripMRP ₹39.70
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FRANCO INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Type 2 Diabetes mellitus |
| Therapy | Anti-diabetic |
| Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, taste disturbance, stomach pain |
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Medical Description
Glyciphage tablet is an oral anti-diabetic medicine. It is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus, a condition where blood sugar level rises above the normal range when it cannot be controlled by diet and exercise alone. Glyciphage lowers the raised blood glucose levels.
It contains metformin as its active ingredient. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor, preferably after meals. Glyciphage tablet should not be used by children below 10 years of age. Abruptly stopping this medicine can result in increased blood sugar levels and complications. Metsmall 500 tablet, Okamet 500 tablet, Glycomet 500 tablet, Metgem 500 tablet and Metfor 500 tablet are some other medicines with metformin.
Before using the Glyciphage tablet, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about a detailed medical history. An individual with uncontrolled diabetes is at increased risk of various health complications such as eye, kidney and nerve problems, heart diseases and stroke.
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to metformin or any other ingredients of the Glyciphage tablet.
- If you have kidney failure or liver disease.
- If you have several conditions such as dehydration, shock and severe infection.
- If you have an acid-base imbalance in the body or diabetes complications such as diabetic ketoacidosis.
- If you have conditions such as heart failure, lung failure, shock, heart attack.
- If you had unconsciousness due to either extremely high or low blood sugar level.
Side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal pain
- Loss of appetite
- Taste disturbance
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have lactic acidosis (an acid-base imbalance) characterised by difficulty in breathing, abdominal pain, muscle cramps, and dehydration.
- You have altered kidney function.
- You have heart disease such as heart failure.
- You have a planned surgery.
- You have or are going to administer any contrast medium in the body.
- Glyciphage tablet should not be used by children below ten years of age.
Directions for Use
- Glyciphage tablet should be taken as instructed by your doctor.
- Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
- Take it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Storage and disposal
- Store Glyciphage tablets below 25°C in a cool and dry place.
- Protect it from light and moisture.
- Keep the product out of reach and sight of children and pets.
Quick Tips
- Glyciphage tablet is an oral anti-diabetic medicine. It is used for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
- Before starting this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.
- You can make some lifestyle changes while taking this medication to improve your health, such as giving up smoking, consuming less alcohol, exercising regularly and adhering to a healthy, balanced diet.
- Talk to your doctor if you have conditions like heart failure, lung failure, shock, heart attack, etc.
- Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as recommended. Do not take more than the prescribed dose.
- Glyciphage tablets should not be used in children below 10 years of age.
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Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way the Glyciphage tablet works or this tablet 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 interactions.
- Especially, if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for brain-related disorders.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:GLYCIPHAGE
Manufacturer Name:FRANCO INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
Address:Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. 20, Dr. E. Moses Road, Mumbai-400 011
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Glyciphage 500 MG Tablet (20) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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