Metbetic Gl 2mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
By CADILA PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED
15 Tablet(s) in Strip
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Metbetic Gl 2mg Strip Of 15 Tablets Description
Metbetic Gl tablet contains Glimepiride and Metformin used to treat type-2 diabetes mellitus.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹118.60 |
You Save | ₹20.93 (15% on MRP) |
Contains | Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) + Glimepiride(2.0 Mg) |
Uses | type-2 diabetes mellitus |
Side effects | nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, taste disturbance |
Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
Check more medicines with composition as Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) + Glimepiride(2.0 Mg)
Uses of Metbetic Gl 2mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
- Treatment of type 2 diabetes
Contraindications of Metbetic Gl 2mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
- Insulin-dependent diabetes
- Diabetic coma
- Ketoacidosis
- Severe kidney or liver function disorder
- Dehydration or severe infection
- Heart failure
- Respiratory failure
- Shock
- Acute alcohol intoxication
- Alcoholism
- Allergy to the active components of this tablet
Side effects of Metbetic Gl 2mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal pain
- Loss of appetite
- Taste disturbance
Precautions and Warnings of Metbetic Gl 2mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Metbetic Gl tablets during pregnancy?
A:
Metbetic Gl tablets may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Therefore, consult your doctor before using these tablets, and the doctor will weigh the benefits and the risks of this tablet.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Is it safe to use Metbetic Gl tablets while breastfeeding?
A:
Metformin does pass into breast milk in very low amounts. However, as only limited data is available, it is best to avoid it while breastfeeding as a precautionary measure. Before taking this medicine during breastfeeding, weigh the potential advantages against the potential hazards and follow the doctor's advice.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have taken a Metbetic Gl tablet?
A:
The combination of these medicines may cause hypoglycaemia in some cases; if any symptoms of hypoglycemia are seen, it may affect your driving ability.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Metbetic Gl tablets?
A:
No information about the interaction of alcohol with the Metbetic Gl tablet is available. Consult your doctor.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have impaired kidney function
- You have severe liver dysfunction
- You have galactose intolerance
- You have lactic acidosis
- You are at risk of heart failure
- You are undergoing surgery
- You are allergic to metformin or glimepiride
- You are taking herbal medicines or nutritional supplements
Mode of Action of Metbetic Gl 2mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
How Does It Work?
Metformin is a medicine with blood sugar lowering effects that reduces liver glucose production, improves glucose absorption by other organs, utilisation and delays intestinal glucose absorption.
Directions for Use of Metbetic Gl 2mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
- You should take this tablet as prescribed by your physician
- You should not break, chew or crush this tablet
- Swallow the tablet with a glass of water
Interactions of Metbetic Gl 2mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- NSAIDs, when given with metformin, it increases the risk of lactic acidosis
- Inhibitors of organic cation transporters 1 such as verapamil, may reduce the efficacy of metformin
- Inducers of organic cation transporters 1, such as rifampicin increase gastrointestinal absorption and the effectiveness of metformin
- H2 antagonists and beta-blockers may lead to either potentiation or weakening of the blood-glucose-lowering effect
- Glimepiride can either increase or decrease the effects of coumarin derivatives
Storage and disposal of Metbetic Gl 2mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
Keep it in a cool and dry place away from sunlight and moisture
Keep the medication away from the reach of children and pets
Do not flush the unneeded or expired tablets
Talk to your pharmacist or doctor about the safe way of discarding the tablets...
Dosage of Metbetic Gl 2mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
Overdose
In case of overdose, you may experience symptoms like lightheadedness and dizziness. You should contact your physician or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If the next dose is approaching, skip the missing dose. Instead, use your next dose at the same time every day. To catch up, do not increase the dose....
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How long will I have to take medicine for diabetes?
A: You may have to take this tablet for an extended period of time. However, if your health improves over time, the doctor may gradually reduce the tablet's dose but do not stop taking medicine.
Q: When will I feel better?
- You might not feel any change right after taking medication, but that doesn't imply it's not working. For long-term benefits, you must take medicine for the period advised.
Q: Can the use of Metbetic Gl Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
A: Yes, taking Metbetic Gl Tablet can result in hypoglycemia. Therefore, it is essential to monitor blood sugar levels frequently. In addition, always keep a rapid source of sugar on hand, such as candy, glucose tablets or fruit juice.
References
- Glimepiride 1 mg Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 3 April 2022]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/medicine/25813#gref
- Metformin 500mg tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 3 April 2022]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/594/smpc#gref
Product Details
Brand
METBETIC
Expires on or After
30/07/2026
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