Glycomet Gp 0.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Glycomet Gp 0.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets Description
Glycomet-GP 0.5 tablet an anti-diabetic medicine. It helps to manage blood sugar levels and prevent related complications. It is a combination medicine containing glimepiride and metformin. Some of t
he common side effects observed are low blood sugar levels which are characterised by sweating, tremors, confusion, blurred vision, tiredness and slow heartbeats. You can prevent it if you have regular balanced meals and the tablet as per the doctor's recommendation. You are also advised to keep a regular check on your blood sugar levels. You may also experience a headache, change in taste, nausea, diarrhoea and stomach pain. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹51.26 |
You Save | ₹6.99 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Glimepiride(0.5 Mg) + Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Type 2 diabetes mellitus |
Side effects | Dizziness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain |
Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
Uses of Glycomet Gp 0.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Contraindications of Glycomet Gp 0.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
- If you are allergic to metformin, glimepiride or any other ingredients of Glycomet-GP 0.5 tablet.
- If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
- If you have serious kidney failure or liver failure.
- If you have any metabolic acidosis (too much acid in the body fluids) like lactic acidosis, diabetic ketoacidosis or diabetic pre-coma.
- If you have dehydration, severe infections, shock and injections containing iodine.
- If you have had heart or lung failure, the recent incidence of heart attack and shock.
- If you are an alcoholic.
Side effects of Glycomet Gp 0.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach pain
- Loss of appetite
- Metallic taste
- Low blood sugar level which can cause a headache, sweating, nausea, mood disorders and restlessness.
Precautions and Warnings of Glycomet Gp 0.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Pregnancy
- It is advisable not to use Glycomet-GP 0.5 tablet during pregnancy as it may cause harm your unborn baby.
- If you have diabetes and happen to be pregnant, your doctor may shift you from this medicine to insulin injections.
- Inform your doctor if you are planning a pregnancy or are pregnant.
Breast Feeding
Driving
- It can cause low blood sugar levels which can lead to drowsiness, unconsciousness or confusion. These can be dangerous while driving.
- Consult your doctor whether you can drive a car if you have frequent episodes of hypoglycemia.
- Keep a juice or chocolate in the car close to you while driving, in case you start feeling any of the above symptoms of hypoglycaemia, immediately have the juice or chocolate.
- Note that artificial sweeteners are not of any use in such scenarios.
Alcohol
- It is advisable not to consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
- Alcohol alters the way this medicine works.
- Be cautious not to consume alcohol on an empty stomach. Alcohol increases the risk of low blood sugar.
- Excessive consumption of alcohol when taking this medicine can cause a serious complication known as ketoacidosis.
Other General Warnings
- You experience extreme hunger, headache, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, restlessness, aggression, reduced alertness, confusion, shakiness or dizziness. These could be signs of low blood sugar. If you have any of these, immediately have sugar or sweet juice Inform your doctor as you may need a change in your medicine's dose....
- You are experiencing pins-and-needles sensation, numbness and weakness.
- You are going to have a diagnostic imaging test that involves an injection of iodine.
- You have dehydration due to diarrhoea, vomiting or limited fluid intake.
- You have suffered through trauma.
- You have to undergo surgery in the near future.
- You have serious kidney and liver problems.
- You have thyroid disorders.
- You are overweight (specific diet restriction may be suggested).
Mode of Action of Glycomet Gp 0.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
How Does It Work?
- This combination is known to control blood sugar to a greater extent than metformin or glimepiride alone. Glimepiride lowers the blood sugar level increasing the release of insulin hormone from the pancreas....
- Insulin moves sugar (glucose) from the blood into the cells.
- Metformin decreases the absorption in the intestine and production of sugar by the liver.
- Both of these components are known to increase the insulin sensitivity of the body (which allows the cells of the body to use blood glucose more effectively, reducing blood sugar).
Directions for Use of Glycomet Gp 0.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Interactions of Glycomet Gp 0.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- You may have symptoms of low blood sugar if you are taking other medicines for diabetes like Insulin, Pioglitazone, medicines for high blood pressure (ACE inhibitors like Captopril), Steroids, Chloramphenicol, Fenfluramine, Fenyramidol, medicines to lower blood cholesterol (fibrates), medicines to treat mood (Fluoxetine), medicines to treat blood clotting like Coumarins, Cyclophosphamide, Miconazole, Probenecid, antibiotics like Clarithromycin, Doxycycline, Ofloxacin, etc....
- You may have symptoms of high blood sugar if you are taking oral contraceptives, Acetazolamide, water pills, Phenytoin, Rifampicin, medicines for constipation, Rifampicin and medicines for thyroid disorders....
- Medicines like anti-allergic (ranitidine), clonidine, reserpine and medicines used to treat high blood pressure like atenolol can alter the way this medicine works and may block your body's response to low blood sugar. This can lead to dangerously low levels of blood sugar....
- Medicines like Diclofenac, Ibuprofen, Water pills, Enalapril may affect your kidney functions if taken along with this medicine.
- Medicines used to treat thyroid can affect the way this medicine works.
Storage and disposal of Glycomet Gp 0.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Store Glycomet-GP 0.5 tablets at room temperature in a dry place.
- Protect it from moisture.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Glycomet Gp 0.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Overdose
- An overdose of Glycomet-GP 0.5 tablet may lead to severe hypoglycaemia and lactic acidosis (Excessive lactic acid build-up) & (low blood sugar). This can result in a headache, nausea, vomiting, sleep disturbances, restlessness, impaired alertness and reactions, mood disorders, confusion, dizziness, etc....
- If you experience these, immediately take glucose or juice or sugar-containing products (Sugar candy).
- Contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital as you may require close monitoring for the next few hours.
Missed a Dose
- A missed dose may lead to high blood sugar levels, which includes symptoms like feeling thirsty, excessive urination, loss of appetite, drowsiness, a fruity smell from breath, etc.
- If you have missed any dose of Glycomet-GP 0.5 tablet, take it as soon as you remember.
- If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
- Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.
Content Details
Dr. Ravi Kakarla
MBBS, MBA
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What kind of diet should I follow?
- A diet high in fibre, low in fat with adequate protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals.
- Maintain the regular meal timings and try to have soups and salads.
- Diet should include boiled, steamed, or baked food.
- Ensure moderate use of edible oils (groundnut oil, olive oil), very less use of ghee and butter.
- Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water daily.
- Carry a fruit or low-calorie high fibre biscuits while travelling.
Q: What should I avoid being a diabetic patient?
- Do not shop when you are hungry. You could be tempted to buy oily and fried food.
- Avoid overeating.
- Avoid maida, white bread, potato, noodles, corn flakes, poori, biryani, naan, fried rice, etc.
- Stop having daals with ghee, deep-fried pulses.
- Avoid cream soups, carrot juice, deep-fried vegetables, vegetable curries with excess oil.
Q: My blood sugar falls too often, what could be the reason?
- Avoid skipping meals, fasting, too much alcohol intake, taking alcohol on an empty stomach and taking a double dose of this medicine.
- If you are taking any other medicines mentioned in the drug interaction section, you need to inform your doctor.
- Always keep a juice or sugar candy with you, in case you experience symptoms of hypoglycaemia like headache, irritability, drowsiness, reduced alertness or nausea, immediately have the juice or glucose....
- Do not have artificial sweeteners in this situation.
- If such episodes happen too often, inform your doctor as you may need a decrease in the dose of this medicine.
Q: What are the signs of hypoglycaemia?
- Hypoglycaemia is a condition of low blood sugar levels. This is typically characterised by symptoms like light-headedness, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, tremors, shakiness and sweating. If the condition is severe, it is recommended to visit your nearest doctor or hospital immediately. Always carry a sugar candy along with you to balance your sugar levels....
Q: I have experienced severe nausea and vomiting while taking Glycomet-GP 0.5 tablet, is it normal?
Q: When should I take Glycomet GP 0.5 mg?
Q: What is the side effects of Glycomet GP?
Q: What is the composition of Glycomet GP 0.5?
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