Gliben Vb 2/.2 Tab

Composition

Glimepiride 2 mg + Voglibose 0.2 mg (tablet)

Uses of Gliben Vb 2/.2 Tab

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (as add-on to diet and exercise) when blood sugar is not adequately controlled with single-agent therapy; helps control post-meal and fasting glucose.

• •Lowers fasting blood glucose
• •Reduces post-meal glucose spikes
• •Improves overall glycaemic control (HbA1c)
• •Helps when single-drug therapy is insufficient

How it works

Glimepiride is a sulfonylurea that stimulates the pancreas to release insulin and improves insulin utilization, lowering blood glucose. Voglibose is an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor that delays carbohydrate digestion/absorption in the intestine, reducing post-meal blood sugar spikes.

Directions for use

Oral tablet. Take exactly as prescribed, usually once daily with the first main meal (or as directed). Voglibose-containing combinations are generally taken with the first bite of food; do not skip meals to reduce risk of hypoglycaemia. Monitor blood glucose regularly.

Side effects

Common side effects of Gliben Vb 2/.2 Tab may include:

• •Hypoglycaemia
• •dizziness
• •headache
• •nausea
• •abdominal pain
• •flatulence