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Formistar-GV Tablet

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Iva Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Salt Composition

Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Voglibose (0.2mg)

Overview Formistar-GV Tablet

DiabetaComb tablets are classified as antidiabetic medications, a combination therapy for managing type 2 diabetes in adults. These tablets help regulate blood glucose levels. DiabetaComb should be ingested with meals, consistently at the same time daily for optimal effectiveness. Dosage is determined by your physician and may adjust based on blood sugar monitoring. Continue taking DiabetaComb even with controlled blood sugar; abrupt cessation, without consulting your doctor, risks elevated blood glucose, potentially leading to kidney complications, vision impairment, neuropathy, and limb loss. Remember, it's one component of a comprehensive treatment plan including a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and weight management as directed by your healthcare provider. Lifestyle significantly impacts diabetes control. Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) is a common side effect. Learn to identify symptoms like sweating, lightheadedness, headache, and tremors, and know how to manage them. Consistent meals and carrying a quick-acting glucose source (e.g., sugary snacks or juice) are crucial. Alcohol consumption should be minimized due to increased hypoglycemia risk. Additional potential side effects include altered taste, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, cephalalgia, edema, visual disturbances, fractures, and upper respiratory infections. Weight gain may occur. Do not use DiabetaComb if you have type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, or severe hepatic or renal impairment. Inform your physician of any heart condition history before starting treatment. Pregnant or lactating individuals should seek medical advice prior to use. Regular blood glucose monitoring is essential, and your doctor may order blood tests to track blood cell counts and liver function.

Uses of Formistar-GV Tablet

Managing type 2 diabetes

Major Benefits of Formistar-GV Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as your physician directs, adhering to the prescribed dosage and timeframe. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Administer Formistar-GV Tablet on an empty stomach.

Common Side effects of Formistar-GV Tablet:

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
  • Loss of appetite

How to use Formistar-GV Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as your physician directs, adhering to both the prescribed dosage and duration. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Formistar-GV Tablets should be taken on an empty stomach.

How Formistar-GV Tablet works:

Tri-action Glycemic Control Tablet, Formistar-GV, combines three antidiabetic agents.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholUNSAFE

Concurrent alcohol use with Formistar-GV Tablets is contraindicated.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pregnant individuals may face risks when using Formistar-GV Tablets. While human research is scant, animal studies indicate potential harm to the fetus. A physician will assess the advantages against possible hazards prior to prescribing. Physician consultation is advised.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactation and Formistar-GV Tablet use are likely incompatible. Available human data indicate potential drug transfer via breast milk, posing a risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingCAUTION

Driving ability can be impaired by both hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia. Refrain from driving if you experience these conditions.

KidneyKidneyUNSAFE

The use of Formistar-GV Tablets is inadvisable for individuals with kidney impairment and should be avoided, especially in cases of severe kidney disease. Medical advice is essential.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Patients with liver impairment should use Formistar-GV Tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification. Consult a physician. In individuals with mild to moderate hepatic dysfunction, treatment typically begins with a reduced Formistar-GV Tablet dose; severe hepatic disease contraindicates its use.

What if you forget to take Formistar-GV Tablet :

Should you forget a Formistar-GV Tablet dose, administer it promptly. Nevertheless, if your next dose is imminent, omit the missed one and resume your usual dosing regimen. Avoid taking a double dose.

Facts to Know About Formistar-GV Tablet

LabelValue
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category Diabetes Management

FAQs on Formistar-GV Tablet

Formistar-GV tablets combine glimepiride, metformin, and voglibose to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. This combination improves blood glucose control when used with diet and exercise. Glimepiride stimulates insulin release from the pancreas; metformin reduces liver glucose production and enhances insulin sensitivity; and voglibose, an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor, lowers postprandial glucose. This medication is unsuitable for type 1 diabetes.
Formistar-GV Tablet may cause common side effects including low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), nausea, diarrhea, taste changes, gas, stomach pain, headache, rash, and respiratory infection.
Formistar-GV Tablets are contraindicated in patients with known allergies to its components or excipients, those with moderate to severe kidney disease, and those with inflammatory bowel disease, colonic ulcers, or underlying metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis.
Combining Formistar-GV Tablets and alcohol is unsafe. This combination can worsen low blood sugar and raise the risk of lactic acidosis.
Formistar-GV Tablets can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), manifesting as nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, anxiety, or shakiness. This risk increases with missed meals, alcohol consumption, excessive exercise, or concurrent use of other diabetes medications. Regular blood sugar monitoring is crucial. Carry glucose tablets, honey, or fruit juice for emergencies.
Store this medication in its original, tightly closed container, as directed on the label. Discard any unused medication and keep it out of reach of children, pets, and others.
Formistar-GV Tablet
78
MRP 95
17% off