Glycolate 2 Tablet
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Product introduction
Glycolate 2 Tablet is a prescription medicine used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat peptic ulcers. It has anti-secretory effect, so helps to reduce excessive salivation and sweating. It may also be used before operations to reduce body secretions.
Glycolate 2 Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it in the dose duration as advised by the doctor. Keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.
The most common side effects of this medicine are dry mouth, vomiting, flushing, increased heart rate, urinary retention, and drowsiness. It may also cause constipation, so eat adequate fiber and drink plenty of water. Dizziness and blurred vision may occur as a side effect. It is better to avoid driving and other things which require mental focus.
Before taking Glycolate 2 Tablet, let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Let your doctor also know about if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking this medicine.
Glycolate 2 Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it in the dose duration as advised by the doctor. Keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.
The most common side effects of this medicine are dry mouth, vomiting, flushing, increased heart rate, urinary retention, and drowsiness. It may also cause constipation, so eat adequate fiber and drink plenty of water. Dizziness and blurred vision may occur as a side effect. It is better to avoid driving and other things which require mental focus.
Before taking Glycolate 2 Tablet, let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Let your doctor also know about if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking this medicine.
Uses of Glycolate Tablet
- Treatment of Peptic ulcer disease
Benefits of Glycolate Tablet
In Treatment of Peptic ulcer disease
Peptic ulcer disease is a condition in which painful sores or ulcers develop in the inner lining of the stomach or gut (intestine). Glycolate 2 Tablet reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer.
Side effects of Glycolate Tablet
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 Glycolate
- Dryness in mouth
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Blurred vision
- Drowsiness
- Increased heart rate
- Urinary retention
How to use Glycolate Tablet
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. Glycolate 2 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Glycolate Tablet works
Glycopyrrolate is in a class of medications called anticholinergics. It decreases stomach acid and saliva production by blocking the activity of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger in the body responsible for acid and saliva production.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Glycolate 2 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Glycolate 2 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Glycolate 2 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Long-term use of Glycolate 2 Tablet might reduce milk production.
Long-term use of Glycolate 2 Tablet might reduce milk production.
Driving
UNSAFE
Glycolate 2 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Glycolate 2 Tablet may affect vision and coordination. This may affect your driving ability.
Glycolate 2 Tablet may affect vision and coordination. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
CAUTION
Glycolate 2 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Glycolate 2 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Glycolate 2 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Glycolate Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Glycolate 2 Tablet, 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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Fact Box
Chemical Class
Synthetic Quaternary Ammonium
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Anticholinergic - Anaesthesia
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Glycolate 2 Tablet
Once A Day
100%
What are you using Glycolate Tablet for?
Others
100%
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
50%
Average
38%
Poor
12%
What were the side-effects while using Glycolate 2 Tablet?
Reduced sweat*
20%
Dryness in mo*
20%
No Side Effec*
20%
Nausea
20%
Sore throat
20%
*Reduced sweating, Dryness in mouth, No Side Effect
How do you take Glycolate Tablet?
With food
50%
Empty stomach
25%
With or witho*
25%
*With or without food
Please rate Glycolate 2 Tablet on price
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FAQs
Is Glycolate 2 Tablet used for excessive sweating?
Yes, Glycolate 2 Tablet can be used to treat cases of excessive sweating. It decreases sweating and keeps the patient dry. However, you should not start taking this medication without knowing the cause of your sweating. Therefore, consult your doctor to know the cause of excessive sweating before starting this medication.
When should I take Glycolate 2 Tablet?
The Glycolate 2 Tablet tablet is usually taken 2 or 3 times a day depending on the condition it has been prescribed for. The medicine should be swallowed with a glass of water on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal with a glass of water. Follow the instructions given by your prescribing physician and take the medicine exactly as directed.
How long does it take for Glycolate 2 Tablet to start working?
The action and effect of this medicine varies from patient to patient. The onset of action depends on how fast the medicine gets absorbed from the stomach and reaches the bloodstream. This varies in different age groups. Usually it takes a few hours to show its effect, but exact duration is highly variable.
Can Glycolate 2 Tablet be safely given in elderly patients?
Glycolate 2 Tablet should be used with caution in patients of old age, specifically elderly males. They should be screened for liver disease, kidney disease, heart disease, prostate or urinary problems. The dose of the medicine is accordingly adjusted and prescribed.
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Expires on or after: May, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Glycolate 2 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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