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Glizen-M Tablet

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Zephon Life Sciences

Salt Composition

Gliclazide (80mg) + Metformin (500mg)

Overview Glizen-M Tablet

Diabetac Duo tablets are classified as antidiabetic medications, combining two active ingredients to manage type 2 diabetes in adults. This medication helps regulate blood glucose levels. Diabetac Duo should be taken with meals, 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. Continuous use is crucial, even if feeling well or experiencing controlled blood sugar, as abrupt cessation can lead to elevated glucose levels, risking kidney complications, vision loss, neuropathy, and limb damage. Diabetac Duo is part of a comprehensive diabetes management plan encompassing a balanced diet, regular physical activity, 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. Always carry a fast-acting sugar source to counteract hypoglycemia, and maintain regular meals. Alcohol consumption elevates hypoglycemia risk and should be limited. Less frequent side effects may include altered taste, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, and upper respiratory infections. Weight gain is a potential side effect. This medication is contraindicated in individuals with type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, or severe hepatic or renal impairment. Prior heart conditions should be disclosed to your physician before commencing treatment. Pregnant or lactating women should consult their doctor before use. Regular blood glucose monitoring and periodic blood tests to assess blood cell counts and liver function are recommended.

Primary Ingredients of Glizen-M Tablet

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Uses of Glizen-M Tablet

Adult-onset diabetes

Major Benefits of Glizen-M Tablet:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for this medication. Ingest the Glizen-M Tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Administer this medicine with food.

Common Side effects of Glizen-M Tablet:

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

How to use Glizen-M Tablet:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for this medication. Ingest the Glizen-M Tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking it. Administer this medicine with food.

How Glizen-M Tablet works:

Glizen-M tablets contain gliclazide and metformin, two medications used to manage blood sugar levels.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholUNSAFE

Combining Glizen-M Tablet with alcohol is contraindicated.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Using Glizen-M tablets during pregnancy poses a confirmed risk to the fetus. Its use should only be considered in exceptional, life-threatening circumstances where the potential benefits demonstrably outweigh the inherent dangers. Always seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Glizen-M tablets while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Available evidence from human studies indicates potential transfer of the medication into breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingCAUTION

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

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with impaired kidney function should use Glizen-M Tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification. Severe kidney disease contraindicates Glizen-M Tablet use. Physician consultation is essential. Regular monitoring of renal function is recommended during treatment.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Patients with liver impairment should use Glizen-M Tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification. Consult your physician. A reduced initial dose is usually prescribed for those with mild to moderate liver disease; the medication is contraindicated in cases of severe hepatic dysfunction.

What if you forget to take Glizen-M Tablet :

Should you forget a Glizen-M Tablet dose, administer it promptly. 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 Glizen-M Tablet

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Treatment Category Diabetes Management

FAQs on Glizen-M Tablet

Glizen-M 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. Glizen-M is not suitable for type 1 diabetes.
Glizen-M Tablet may cause common side effects such as hypoglycemia, altered taste, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, and upper respiratory tract infection. Rare but serious side effects, including lactic acidosis, are also possible. Prolonged use may result in vitamin B12 deficiency.
Glizen-M Tablets can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), characterized by 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 antidiabetic medications. Therefore, regular blood sugar monitoring is crucial. Carry glucose tablets, honey, or fruit juice to treat low blood sugar.
Glizen-M Tablets can cause lactic acidosis, a serious medical emergency characterized by high blood lactic acid levels (also known as MALA, or Metformin-associated lactic acidosis). This rare side effect is more likely in patients with kidney disease, older adults, or those who consume excessive alcohol. Symptoms include muscle pain or weakness, dizziness, fatigue, cold extremities, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and slow heart rate. If you experience these symptoms, discontinue Glizen-M and seek immediate medical attention.
Prolonged Glizen-M Tablet use can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency by interfering with its stomach absorption. This deficiency, if left untreated, may cause 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.
Glizen-M Tablets are contraindicated in patients with allergies to any ingredient or excipient. They should also be avoided in individuals with moderate to severe kidney disease or metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis.
Combining Glizen-M tablets with alcohol is unsafe. This combination can worsen low blood sugar and raise the risk of lactic acidosis.
Glizen-M 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. Glizen-M is unsuitable for treating type 1 diabetes.
Glizen-M Tablet may cause common side effects such as low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), altered taste, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, and upper respiratory infection. Rare but serious side effects, including lactic acidosis, are also possible. Prolonged use may result in vitamin B12 deficiency.
Glizen-M Tablets can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), characterized by 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 antidiabetic medications. Therefore, regular blood sugar monitoring is crucial. Carry glucose tablets, honey, or fruit juice to treat low blood sugar.
Glizen-M Tablets can cause lactic acidosis, a serious medical emergency characterized by excessive blood lactic acid (also known as MALA, or Metformin-associated lactic acidosis). This rare side effect is less likely in patients without kidney disease, who are not elderly, and who don't consume large quantities 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 Glizen-M immediately and seek medical attention.
Prolonged Glizen-M Tablet use can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency by interfering with its stomach absorption. This deficiency, if left untreated, may cause anemia, neurological issues such as tingling, numbness in extremities, weakness, urinary problems, cognitive changes, and balance difficulties (ataxia). To mitigate this risk, supplemental vitamin B12 is recommended at least annually by some researchers.
Glizen-M Tablets are contraindicated in patients with allergies to any ingredient or excipient, and in those with moderate to severe kidney disease or metabolic acidosis (including diabetic ketoacidosis).
Combining Glizen-M tablets with alcohol is unsafe. Alcohol can worsen low blood sugar and raise the risk of lactic acidosis.
Glizen-M Tablet
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MRP 43
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