Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg Tablet SR
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Product introduction
Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg 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 level.
Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg 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 common side effects like nausea, loss of appetite, taste changes, stomach pain, diarrhea, and edema (swelling). However, these are usually not bothersome. If these do not resolve or worry you, please consult your doctor.
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 Glyciphage P Tablet SR
Benefits of Glyciphage P Tablet SR
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg 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. It also improves the body’s response to the hormone insulin, which is responsible for regulating blood glucose (sugar) levels in our body. The insulin helps to lower your blood glucose levels and prevents them from rising after taking meals. You should keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed.
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. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
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. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
Side effects of Glyciphage P 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 Glyciphage P
- Diarrhea
- Edema (swelling)
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Dizziness
- Urinary tract infection
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Sinus infection
How to use Glyciphage P 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. Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
How Glyciphage P Tablet SR works
Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg Tablet SR is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines:.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg Tablet SR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm 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
CAUTION
Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg Tablet SR is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Use of Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg Tablet SR is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg Tablet SR is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg Tablet SR is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Glyciphage P Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Glyciphage P 30 mg/500 mg Tablet SR, 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.
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Quick tips
- Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
- Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
- It can 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 check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
- Inform your doctor if you notice weight gain, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat, or any abnormal swelling.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
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Name: Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: 20, Dr. E. Moses Road, Mahalaxmi, Mumbai - 400 011
Country of origin: India
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