Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR
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Product introduction
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medicine is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps in proper utilisation of insulin, thereby lowering the blood sugar levels.
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It must be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. Overdose may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Some people may develop hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when this medicine is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or upon skipping a meal. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking it. Other common side effects of this medicine include nausea, taste changes, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, and respiratory tract infection.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It must be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. Overdose may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Some people may develop hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when this medicine is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or upon skipping a meal. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking it. Other common side effects of this medicine include nausea, taste changes, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, and respiratory tract infection.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.
Uses of Gluconorm G D Tablet SR
Benefits of Gluconorm G D Tablet SR
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level, you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems and loss of limbs. It also contains vitamin D supplements which helps to improve insulin sensitivity and enables proper utilisation of blood sugar.
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR will reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed because it is protecting your future health.
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR will reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed because it is protecting your future health.
Side effects of Gluconorm G D Tablet SR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Gluconorm G D
- Nausea
- Taste change
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Respiratory tract infection
How to use Gluconorm G D Tablet SR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
How Gluconorm G D Tablet SR works
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is a combination of three medicines:.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
- Take it with the food to avoid stomach upset.
- It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
- Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety.
- Your doctor may monitor your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms like abdominal pain, yellowing of eyes and loss of appetite.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR
Once A Day
59%
Twice A Day
41%
What are you using Gluconorm G D Tablet SR for?
Type 2 diabet*
100%
*Type 2 diabetes mellitus
How much was the improvement?
Average
67%
Excellent
33%
What were the side-effects while using Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Gluconorm G D Tablet SR?
Empty stomach
50%
With food
50%
Please rate Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR on price
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FAQs
Are there any specific conditions in which Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR should not be taken?
The use of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR should be avoided in patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. It should also be avoided if you have an active liver disease indicated by high levels of transaminase levels in the body.
How does Vitamin D deficiency affect Type 2 diabetes?
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin and has an important role in the body. It not only helps to maintain the health of your bones, teeth and joints but also helps to prevent diabetes. Vitamin D is known to improve the body's sensitivity to insulin, the hormone which regulates blood sugar levels, thereby reducing the risk of insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is often a precursor to type 2 diabetes.
Can the use of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR cause lactic acidosis?
Yes, the use of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR can lead to lactic acidosis. It is a medical emergency which is caused by increased levels of lactic acid in the blood. It is also known as MALA (Metformin-associated lactic acidosis). It is a rare side effect associated with the use of metformin and therefore, it is avoided in patients with underlying kidney disease, old age patients or who take large amounts of alcohol. Symptoms of lactic acidosis may include muscle pain or weakness, dizziness, tiredness, feeling of cold in arms and legs, difficulty in breathing, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or slow heart rate. If you have these symptoms, stop taking Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR and immediately consult your doctor.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
What is Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR?
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is a combination of three medicines: Glimepiride, Metformin and Vitamin D3. This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). It lowers the blood glucose levels when taken along with proper diet and regular exercise. Glimepiride lowers the blood glucose levels by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas. Metformin works by lowering the glucose production in the liver and improving insulin sensitivity. Vitamin D3 is a nutrient which helps to improve the body's sensitivity to insulin.
What are the possible side effects of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR?
The use of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is associated with common side effects like nausea, altered taste, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) and respiratory tract infection.
Can the use of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, the use of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level). Symptoms of hypoglycemia include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate, and feeling anxious or shaky. It happens more often if you miss or delay your food, drink alcohol, do more than routine exercise or take other antidiabetic medicines along with it. So, regular monitoring of blood sugar level is important. Always carry glucose tablets, honey or fruit juice with you.
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- Glimepiride. Bridgewater, New Jersey: Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC.; 2009. [Accessed 08 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Metformin hydrochloride. Princeton, New Jersey: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company. [Accessed 08 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Vitamin D3. [Accessed 08 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: U
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