Glycomet Tablet
Description
Glycomet 500 tablets contain metformin and are used to manage type 2 diabetes. They work by decreasing the amount of sugar produced by your liver and reducing the sugar your body absorbs from food. Take Glycomet with food to minimize side effects like nausea and stomach upset. For best results, take them at the same time each day and don't stop taking them unless your doctor advises you to do so.
Diet and exercise are essential for managing diabetes. Follow your doctor's recommendations for a healthy diet and regular exercise while taking Glycomet. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach upset. In some cases, you might experience low blood sugar, especially if you combine Glycomet with other diabetes medications, alcohol, or skip meals.
Regular blood sugar monitoring is essential. Before starting Glycomet, inform your doctor about any kidney, liver, or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor. Kidney function tests are usually performed before starting treatment. Avoid excessive alcohol consumption while taking Glycomet as it can increase the risk of certain side effects.
Metsmall 500 tablets, Okamet 500 tablet, Glyciphage 500 tablet, Metgem 500 tablet and Metfor 500 tablet are some other medicines with metformin.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹14.60 |
You Save | ₹4.87 (25% on MRP) |
Contains | Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Type 2 diabetes mellitus |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, taste disturbance, stomach pain |
Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
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Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to metformin or any other ingredients of Glycomet 500 tablet.
- If you have problems with your liver or kidneys.
- If you are an alcoholic (you daily consume alcohol in excess).
- If you have uncontrolled diabetes.
- If you have any heart problems or if you have recently had a heart attack.
- If you have a severe infection of the lung or kidney. Infections can increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
Side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach pain
- Loss of appetite
- Taste disturbance
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are suffering from continuous diarrhea, vomiting, and loss of body fluids.
- You experience signs of low blood glucose, such as dizziness, weakness, a rapid heartbeat, sweating, and difficulty concentrating. Metformin does not usually cause sudden low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). If Metformin is prescribed with other anti-diabetic medications, low blood sugar may occur....
- You experience muscle pain, stomach pain, vomiting, breathing difficulties, and a low body temperature. This could be a severe condition known as lactic acidosis.
- Discontinue taking Glycomet 500 SR for a short time if you experience severe vomiting or diarrhea.
Directions for Use
- Glycomet 500 tablet should be taken as instructed by the doctor.
- Swallow the entire with a glass of water.
- Take at a fixed time for optimal results.
- Avoid taking more than the dose prescribed by the doctor.
Storage and disposal
- Store Glycomet 500 tablet below 25°C at a cool and dry place.
- Protect it from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Quick Tips
- Glycomet 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 lifestyle changes while taking this medication to improve your health, such as quitting smoking, reducing alcohol consumption, exercising regularly, and following a healthy, balanced diet....
- Talk to your doctor if you have conditions like heart failure, lung failure, shock, heart attack, etc.
- Take this medicine exactly as directed, in the recommended dose and duration. Do not take more than the prescribed dose.
- Glycomet tablets should not be used in children below 10 years of age.
Dosage
Overdose
- Overdose of Glycomet 500 tablet is associated with lactic acidosis presenting with symptoms of drowsiness, rapid breathing, severe vomiting, and diarrhoea.
- If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of the medicine, then contact the doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
- If you missed a dose of the medicine, then take it as soon as you remember.
- If it's time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dose schedule.
- Avoid a double dose of the medicine to compensate for the missed one.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines affect the way the Glycomet 500 tablet works or this medicine itself reduces the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Inform the doctor about the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
- Especially medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high or abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder....
Interactions with food items
Content Details

Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD, CCEBDM Diabetology

Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What care is essential before using Glycomet 500 medicine?
Q: Continue exercise is necessary after starting Glycomet 500 medicine?
Q: Will Glycomet 500 tablet reduce weight?
Q: Can Glycomet 500 tablet be stopped?
Q: What is the best time to take the Glycomet?
Q: How quickly does the Glycomet work?
Q: What are the uses of Glycomet 500 tablet?
Q: Is Metformin the same as Glycomet?
References
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