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Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablet

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Grampus Labs

Salt Composition

Gliclazide (80mg) + Metformin (500mg)

Overview Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablet

Metformin/Glimepiride 80mg/500mg tablets are classified as antidiabetic medications. This dual-drug formulation treats type 2 diabetes in adults by regulating blood glucose. Administer this medication with food, consistently at the same time daily for optimal efficacy. Dosage is determined by your physician and may be adjusted based on blood sugar monitoring. Continuous use is crucial, even with controlled blood sugar, as discontinuation without medical advice can elevate glucose levels, risking kidney complications, vision loss, neuropathy, and limb damage. This medication complements a comprehensive diabetes management plan including diet, exercise, and weight management as directed by your doctor. Lifestyle choices significantly influence diabetes control. Common side effects include hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), characterized by sweating, dizziness, headache, and tremors; constipation; and vomiting. Regular meals and readily available glucose sources (e.g., sugary foods or juice) are essential to manage hypoglycemia. Alcohol should be limited due to its potential to exacerbate low blood sugar. Additional potential side effects encompass altered taste perception, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headaches, and upper respiratory infections. Weight gain is possible. This medication is contraindicated for type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, and severe hepatic or renal impairment. Prior heart disease should be disclosed to your physician before initiating treatment. Pregnant or lactating individuals require medical consultation before use. Regular blood glucose monitoring and potential blood tests to assess blood cell counts and liver function are recommended by your doctor.

Uses of Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablet

Adult-onset diabetes

Major Benefits of Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablet:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for this medication. Ingest the Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablet whole; avoid crushing, chewing, or breaking it. Administer this medicine with a meal.

Common Side effects of Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablet:

  • Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Nausea
  • Flatulence
  • Constipation

How to use Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablet:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for this medication. Ingest the 80mg/500mg Gezide M Tablet whole; do not crush, chew, or divide it. Administer this medicine with a meal.

How Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablet works:

Gliclazide and Metformin, combined at 80mg/500mg in Gezide M tablets, offer dual-action diabetes management.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholUNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Gezide M 80mg/500mg tablets is inadvisable.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Using Gezide M 80mg/500mg tablets during pregnancy poses a confirmed risk to fetal development and is therefore inadvisable. In exceptional, life-threatening circumstances, a physician might prescribe it if the potential benefits outweigh the known hazards. Always seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Gezide M 80mg/500mg tablets while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Available human data indicate potential transfer of the medication into breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingCAUTION

Impaired driving is a possibility if your blood glucose levels are abnormally low or elevated. Refrain from driving should these conditions arise.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with kidney impairment should use Gezide M 80mg/500mg tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification. Consult your physician for guidance. This medication is contraindicated in individuals with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of renal function is recommended during treatment.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Patients with liver impairment should use 80mg/500mg Gezide M tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification. Consult a physician for guidance. A low initial dose is typically recommended for those with mild to moderate liver disease; use is contraindicated in cases of severe liver dysfunction.

What if you forget to take Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablet :

Should you forget a Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablet dose, administer it at your earliest convenience. Nevertheless, if your next scheduled dose is imminent, omit the missed dose and resume your usual dosing regimen. Avoid taking a double dose.

Facts to Know About Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablet

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Developing Habits No.
Type of Therapy Diabetes Management

FAQs on Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablet

Gezide M 80mg/500mg tablets combine gliclazide and metformin to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. This combination improves blood sugar control when used with diet and exercise. Gliclazide stimulates insulin release from the pancreas, while metformin reduces liver glucose production and enhances insulin sensitivity. It's not suitable for type 1 diabetes.
Gezide M 80mg/500mg tablets may cause common side effects such as hypoglycemia, altered taste, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, and upper respiratory tract infections. Rare but serious side effects, including lactic acidosis, are also possible. Prolonged use may result in vitamin B12 deficiency.
Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablets can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), manifesting as nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, rapid heart rate, anxiety, or shakiness. This risk increases with missed meals, alcohol consumption, excessive exercise, or concurrent use of other antidiabetic medications. Regular blood sugar monitoring is crucial. Carry glucose tablets, honey, or fruit juice for emergencies.
Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablets can cause lactic acidosis (MALA, or Metformin-associated lactic acidosis), a serious medical emergency resulting from excessive blood lactic acid. This rare side effect is more likely in patients with kidney disease, older adults, or those who consume significant amounts of alcohol. Symptoms include muscle pain or weakness, dizziness, fatigue, cold extremities, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and bradycardia. If you experience these, discontinue use and seek immediate medical attention.
Prolonged use of Gezide M 80mg/500mg tablets can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency by hindering its absorption in the stomach. This deficiency, if left untreated, may result in anemia, nerve damage (manifesting as tingling, numbness in extremities, weakness, and balance problems), urinary issues, and cognitive changes. To mitigate this risk, supplemental vitamin B12 intake at least annually is recommended by some researchers.
Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablets are contraindicated in patients with known allergies to any ingredient or excipient. They should also be avoided in those with moderate to severe kidney disease or metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis.
Consuming alcohol with Gezide M 80mg/500mg tablets is unsafe. This combination can worsen hypoglycemia and raise the risk of lactic acidosis.
Gezide M 80mg/500mg tablets combine gliclazide and metformin to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. This combination improves blood glucose control when used with diet and exercise. Gliclazide stimulates insulin release from the pancreas, while metformin reduces liver glucose production and enhances insulin sensitivity. It's not suitable for type 1 diabetes.
Gezide M 80mg/500mg tablets may cause common side effects such as hypoglycemia, altered taste, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, and upper respiratory tract infections. Rare but serious side effects, including lactic acidosis, are also possible. Prolonged use may result in vitamin B12 deficiency.
Gezide M 80mg/500mg 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 to treat low blood sugar.
Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablets can cause lactic acidosis (MALA, or Metformin-associated lactic acidosis), a serious medical emergency resulting from excess blood lactic acid. This rare side effect is more likely in patients with kidney disease, older adults, or those who consume significant alcohol. Symptoms include muscle pain or weakness, dizziness, fatigue, cold extremities, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and bradycardia. If you experience these, discontinue use and seek immediate medical attention.
Prolonged use of Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablets can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency by interfering with its stomach absorption. This deficiency, if left untreated, may result in anemia, neurological issues such as tingling, numbness in extremities, weakness, urinary problems, cognitive changes, and ataxia. To mitigate this risk, annual supplemental vitamin B12 is recommended by some researchers.
Gezide M 80mg/500mg Tablets are contraindicated in patients with allergies to any ingredient or excipient. They should also not be used by individuals with moderate to severe kidney disease or metabolic acidosis, such as diabetic ketoacidosis.
Combining Gezide M 80mg/500mg tablets with alcohol is unsafe. Alcohol can worsen hypoglycemia and raise the risk of lactic acidosis.
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