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Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablet

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Elbrit Life Sciences

Salt Composition

Gliclazide (40mg) + Metformin (500mg)

Overview Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablet

Metformin/Glibenclamide 40mg/500mg tablets are classified as antidiabetic medications, combining two drugs to manage type 2 diabetes in adults. This medication assists in regulating blood glucose levels. Administer this medication with food, consistently at the same time daily for optimal effectiveness. Dosage is determined by your physician and may be adjusted based on your blood sugar response. Continue taking this medication even with controlled blood sugar; discontinuing without medical consultation can elevate blood glucose, potentially leading to kidney complications, vision impairment, neuropathy, and limb loss. This medicine is one component of a comprehensive diabetes management plan, encompassing a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight management as directed by your doctor. Lifestyle choices significantly impact 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 fast-acting glucose sources (e.g., sugary foods, fruit juice) are crucial to manage hypoglycemia. Alcohol consumption increases hypoglycemia risk and should be avoided. Additional potential side effects include altered taste, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, and upper respiratory infections. Weight gain may occur. This medication is contraindicated for individuals with type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, or severe hepatic or renal impairment. Patients with a history of heart disease should inform their physician before commencing treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women require medical consultation before use. Regular blood glucose monitoring and potential blood tests (blood cell counts, liver function) may be recommended by your doctor.

Primary Ingredients of Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablet

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Uses of Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablet

Diabetes mellitus type 2

Major Benefits of Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablet:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for this medication. Ingest the 40mg/500mg Glizato M Tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking it. Administer this medicine with a meal.

Common Side effects of Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablet:

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

How to use Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as your physician directs, adhering to both the prescribed dosage and treatment length. Ingest the entire tablet without chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Glizato M 40mg/500mg tablets should be administered with a meal.

How Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablet works:

Gliclazide and Metformin, at 40mg and 500mg respectively, are combined in the Glizato M tablet to manage diabetes.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholUNSAFE

Alcohol consumption alongside Glizato M 40mg/500mg tablets poses a safety risk.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Use of Glizato M 40mg/500mg tablets is contraindicated during pregnancy due to established risks to fetal development. In exceptional, life-threatening circumstances, a physician may prescribe it if the potential benefits outweigh the known hazards. Physician consultation is essential.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Glizato M 40mg/500mg tablets while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Available human data indicates potential transfer to breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingCAUTION

Driving may be impaired by excessively low or high blood glucose levels. Refrain from driving if such symptoms arise.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with kidney impairment should use Glizato M 40mg/500mg tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification. Physician consultation is recommended. Glizato M 40mg/500mg tablets are contraindicated in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of renal function is advised during treatment.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Patients with liver impairment should use Glizato M 40mg/500mg tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification. Individuals with mild to moderate liver disease should begin with a low dose; the medication is contraindicated for those with severe liver disease. Physician consultation is advised.

What if you forget to take Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablet :

Should you forget to take your Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablet, administer it immediately upon remembrance. 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 Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablet

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Treatment Category Diabetes Management

FAQs on Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablet

Glizato M 40mg/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. Glizato M is not suitable for type 1 diabetes.
Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablets may cause common side effects such as hypoglycemia, altered taste, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, and upper respiratory infections. Rare but serious side effects, including lactic acidosis, are also possible. Prolonged use may result in vitamin B12 deficiency.
Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablets can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Symptoms include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, and anxiety or shakiness. Hypoglycemia 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 to treat low blood sugar.
Glizato M 40mg/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 preventable by avoiding use in patients with kidney disease, the elderly, or heavy alcohol users. Symptoms include muscle pain/weakness, dizziness, fatigue, cold extremities, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and bradycardia. If experienced, discontinue Glizato M 40mg/500mg and seek immediate medical attention.
Prolonged use of Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablets can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency by hindering its absorption in the stomach. This deficiency, if left untreated, may result in anemia, neurological issues such as numbness and tingling in the extremities, weakness, urinary problems, cognitive changes, and balance difficulties (ataxia). To mitigate this risk, supplemental vitamin B12 intake, at least annually, is recommended by some researchers.
Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablets are contraindicated in patients with allergies to any ingredient or excipient. They should also be avoided in those with moderate to severe kidney disease or metabolic acidosis, such as diabetic ketoacidosis.
Combining Glizato M 40mg/500mg tablets with alcohol is unsafe. Alcohol can worsen low blood sugar and raise the risk of lactic acidosis.
Glizato M 40mg/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.
Glizato M 40mg/500mg tablets may cause common side effects such as hypoglycemia, taste changes, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, and upper respiratory infections. Rare but serious side effects, including lactic acidosis, are also possible. Prolonged use may result in vitamin B12 deficiency.
Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablets can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), leading to symptoms like nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, and 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. Always carry a quick-acting sugar source, such as glucose tablets, honey, or fruit juice.
Glizato M 40mg/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 less likely in patients without kidney disease, who aren't elderly, and who don't consume excessive alcohol. Symptoms may include muscle pain or weakness, dizziness, fatigue, cold extremities, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and bradycardia. If you experience these, stop taking Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablets and seek immediate medical attention.
Prolonged Glizato M 40mg/500mg Tablet use can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency by hindering its absorption in the stomach. This deficiency, if left untreated, may result in anemia, nerve damage (manifested as tingling, numbness in extremities, weakness), urinary issues, cognitive changes, and balance problems (ataxia). To mitigate this risk, annual supplemental vitamin B12 intake is recommended by some researchers.
Glizato M 40mg/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.
Combining Glizato M 40mg/500mg tablets with alcohol is unsafe. Alcohol can worsen low blood sugar and raise the risk of lactic acidosis.
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