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Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablet

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Glounce Pharmaceuticals

Salt Composition

Gliclazide (80mg) + Metformin (500mg)

Overview Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablet

Diabetam 80mg/500mg tablets are classified as antidiabetic medications. This dual-action formulation treats type 2 diabetes in adults by regulating blood glucose. Administer Diabetam 80mg/500mg with food, consistently at the same time daily for optimal effectiveness. Dosage is determined by your physician and may adjust based on blood sugar monitoring. Continue this medication even with controlled blood sugar; discontinuation without medical consultation risks elevated glucose, potentially causing kidney complications, vision loss, neuropathy, and limb amputation. Diabetam is one element of a comprehensive diabetes management plan encompassing diet, exercise, and weight management as directed by your doctor. Lifestyle significantly impacts diabetes control. Common side effects include hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), characterized by sweating, dizziness, headache, and tremors; constipation; and vomiting. Maintain regular meals and carry a readily available glucose source (e.g., sugary snacks, juice) to manage hypoglycemia. Alcohol 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. Do not use if you have type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, or severe kidney/liver impairment. Inform your doctor of any history of heart disease before commencing treatment; it may be unsuitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should seek medical advice prior to use. Regular blood glucose monitoring and periodic blood tests (to check blood cell counts and liver function) are recommended.

Uses of Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablet

Adult-onset diabetes

Major Benefits of Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablet:

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

Common Side effects of Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablet:

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

How to use Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablet:

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

How Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablet works:

Gliclazide and Metformin, combined in an 80mg/500mg tablet format, constitute the antidiabetic medication Glmet.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholUNSAFE

Alcohol consumption alongside Glmet 80mg/500mg tablets is inadvisable due to safety concerns.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Use of Glmet 80mg/500mg tablets is contraindicated during pregnancy due to established risk to the fetus. In exceptional, life-threatening circumstances, a physician might prescribe it if the potential benefits outweigh the known hazards. Physician consultation is mandatory.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Glmet 80mg/500mg tablets while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Scant evidence from human studies indicates potential transfer to 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.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

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

LiverLiverCAUTION

Individuals with liver impairment should exercise caution when using Glmet 80mg/500mg tablets. Dosage modifications may be necessary. A physician's consultation is advised. For those with mild to moderate liver disease, Glmet 80mg/500mg tablets are typically initiated at a low dose; however, their use is contraindicated in patients with severe liver dysfunction.

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

Should you forget a Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablet dose, take it immediately if you remember. However, if your next dose is imminent, omit the missed dose and resume your usual medication regimen. Never take a double dose.

Facts to Know About Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablet

LabelValue
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Treatment Category Diabetes Management

FAQs on Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablet

Glmet 80mg/500mg tablets combine gliclazide and metformin to treat 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.
Glmet 80mg/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.
Glmet 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 antidiabetic medications. Therefore, regular blood sugar monitoring is crucial. Always carry a fast-acting sugar source like glucose tablets, honey, or fruit juice.
Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablets can cause lactic acidosis (MALA), a serious medical emergency resulting from excessive blood lactic acid. This rare side effect is preventable by avoiding use 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 bradycardia. If these occur, discontinue Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablets and seek immediate medical attention.
Prolonged use of Glmet 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, supplemental vitamin B12 is recommended annually by some researchers.
Glmet 80mg/500mg 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).
Consuming alcohol with Glmet 80mg/500mg tablets is unsafe. This combination risks dangerously low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and increases the likelihood of lactic acidosis.
Glmet 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.
Glmet 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.
Glmet 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 antidiabetic medications. Regular blood sugar monitoring is crucial. Carry glucose tablets, honey, or fruit juice to treat low blood sugar.
Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablets can cause lactic acidosis, a serious medical emergency resulting from excessive blood lactic acid (also known as MALA – Metformin-associated lactic acidosis). This rare side effect is preventable by avoiding use in patients with kidney disease, older adults, or those who consume excessive alcohol. Symptoms include muscle pain/weakness, dizziness, fatigue, cold extremities, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and bradycardia. If experienced, discontinue Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablets and seek immediate medical attention.
Long-term use of Glmet 80mg/500mg tablets 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 ataxia), urinary issues, and cognitive changes. To mitigate this risk, annual supplemental vitamin B12 is recommended by some researchers.
Glmet 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.
Combining alcohol with Glmet 80mg/500mg tablets is unsafe. This combination can worsen low blood sugar and raise the risk of lactic acidosis.
Glmet 80mg/500mg Tablet
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