Glycomet Gp 1mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
Medical Description
Glycomet-GP 1 tablet is a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It contains glimepiride and metformin as its active ingredients. This medication helps increase insulin production and restore the body's natural response to insulin. As a result, it helps control blood sugar levels and reduces the risk of other health conditions associated with high blood sugar. It is typically used in combination with a healthy diet and regular exercise.
Gemer 1mg tablet, Amaryl M 1mg tablet, Gluconorm G 1mg tablet, Glimestar M 1mg tablet and Zoryl M 1mg tablet also include glimepiride and metformin.
Glycomet-GP 1 tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. While taking this medicine. Headache, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, and a drop in blood sugar levels are a few common side effects that can be seen during the treatment. Although not everyone gets them, side effects often improve as the body gets used to the medicine.
Before initiating the treatment with this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹107.36 |
You Save | ₹14.64 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Glimepiride(1.0 Mg) + Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Type 2 Diabetes mellitus |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, low blood sugar |
Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
Uses of GLYCOMET GP 1MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Contraindications of GLYCOMET GP 1MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
- If you are allergic to metformin, glimepiride or other ingredients of the Glycomet-GP 1 tablet.
- If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
- If you have kidney or liver failure.
- If you have metabolic acidosis (too much acid in the body fluids) like lactic acidosis, diabetic ketoacidosis or diabetic pre-coma.
- If you suffer from dehydration, severe infections, shock and injections containing iodine.
- If you have had heart or lung failure, the incidence of heart attack and shock.
- If you are an alcoholic.
Side effects of GLYCOMET GP 1MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Sleepiness
- Low blood sugar level
Precautions and Warnings of GLYCOMET GP 1MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
- Glycomet-GP 1 tablet causes low blood sugar levels, which can lead to drowsiness, unconsciousness, or confusion. It is dangerous while driving.
- Consult the doctor whether you can drive a car if you have frequent episodes of hypoglycemia.
- Keep juice or chocolate in the car while driving. If you start feeling the symptoms of hypoglycemia, have the juice or chocolate. Avoid artificial sweeteners.
Alcohol
- Avoid alcohol during treatment with Glycomet-GP 1 tablet.
- Alcohol alters the way medicine works. Avoid consuming alcohol on an empty stomach. Alcohol increases the risk of low blood sugar.
- Excessive consumption of alcohol while taking the medicine causes an increased risk of lactic acidosis.
Other General Warnings
- If you experience symptoms like hunger, headache, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, restlessness, aggression, reduced alertness, confusion, shakiness, or dizziness, it could be a sign of low blood sugar. If you have some sugar or sweet juice, inform your doctor....
- You suffer from pins-and-needles sensation, numbness and weakness.
- You are undergoing a diagnostic imaging test that involves the injection of iodine.
- You suffer from dehydration due to diarrhoea, vomiting or limited fluid intake.
- You have suffered through trauma.
- You are undergoing surgery shortly.
- You have or have had thyroid, kidney and liver disease.
- You skip meals or have irregular mealtimes.
- You suffer from weight gain (specific diet restriction may be suggested).
Directions for Use of GLYCOMET GP 1MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Storage and disposal of GLYCOMET GP 1MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
- Store at room temperature in a dry place.
- Protect it from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
Quick Tips of GLYCOMET GP 1MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
- Glycomet GP 1mg tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus. Its active ingredients are glimepiride and metformin.
- Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. Do not change the dosage or frequency of use without consulting your doctor.
- Along with taking the Glycomet Gp 1mg tablet, certain lifestyle modifications, such as exercising for 30 minutes daily, maintaining a healthy weight, managing stress, getting enough sleep, and avoiding smoking and drinking alcohol, are essential....
- A balanced diet that includes fruits and vegetables is also recommended to control blood sugar levels. As directed by your doctor, regularly monitor your blood sugar levels and report any changes.
- To ensure that this tablet works effectively, it is important to take it at the same time every day and not miss a dose. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, take it at the regular time....
Dosage of GLYCOMET GP 1MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Overdose
- An overdose of Glycomet-GP 1 tablet may lead to hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and lactic acidosis (Excessive lactic acid build-up).
- This results in headache, nausea, vomiting, sleep disturbances, restlessness, impaired alertness and reactions, depression, confusion, dizziness, etc.
- If you experience these symptoms, take glucose or juice or sugar-containing products (sugar candy) and contact the doctor 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, dry mouth, the fruity smell from breath, etc.
- If you have missed taking a dose of the Glycomet-GP 1 tablet, take it as soon as you remember.
- If it's time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dose schedule.
- Avoid taking a double dose to compensate for the missed one.
Mode of Action of GLYCOMET GP 1MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
How Does It Work?
Interactions of GLYCOMET GP 1MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Interactions with other medicines
- Inform the physician regarding the medicines, supplements or herbals you take or might take to avoid possible interaction.
- You may suffer from 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, medicine to lower blood cholesterol (fibrates), medicine to treat depression (Fluoxetine), medicine 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, Phenytoin, Rifampicin and medicines for thyroid disorders....
- Medicines like anti-allergic (ranitidine), clonidine, reserpine, and medicines used to treat high blood pressure, like atenolol, alter the way the Glycomet gp1 works and may block the body's response to low blood sugar. This leads to dangerously low blood sugar levels....
- Medicines like Diclofenac, Ibuprofen, Water pills, and Enalapril may affect kidney functions if taken along with the medicine.
- Medicines used to treat thyroid affect the way the medicine works.
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What diet should I follow while taking Glycomet-GP 1 tablets?
Q: How many tablets of Glycomet-GP 1 should I take in a day?
Q: When can I take Glycomet-GP 1 tablet?
Q: What is the dose of Glycomet Gp 1?
Q: Can I Stop taking Glycomet GP 1 on my own?
References
- Amaryl M Tablets - Metformin Hydrochloride Prolonged Release & Glimepiride Tablets I.P. [Internet]. Sanofi.in. 2021 [cited 4 March 2022]
- CDSCO - Glimepiride-Metformin [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 4 March 2022]
- Colberg S, Sigal R, Yardley J, Riddell M, Dunstan D, Dempsey P et al. Physical Activity/Exercise and Diabetes: A Position Statement of the American Diabetes Association. 2021.
- Nutrition Recommendations and Interventions for Diabetes: A position statement of the American Diabetes Association. 2021.
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