Glitaray M2 Forte

Composition of Glitaray M2 Forte

Glitaray M2 Forte contains Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (1000mg). It belongs to the Biguanide, Sulfonylurea class of medicines.

Uses of Glitaray M2 Forte

Glitaray M2 Forte Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

Key benefits

• Helps control blood sugar levels
• reduces the risk of diabetes complications
• improves insulin sensitivity

How Glitaray M2 Forte works

Glitaray M2 Forte Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Glimepiride and Metformin.Glimepiride is a sulfonylurea which works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood glucose. Metformin is a biguanide which works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines and increasing the bodys sensitivity to insulin.

How to take Glitaray M2 Forte

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Glitaray M2 Forte Tablet is to be taken with food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe and prolonged low blood sugar, which may lead to fits or unconsciousness. It can cause a dangerous build-up of acid in the blood, with vomiting, severe weakness and laboured breathing. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Glitaray M2 Forte

Most side effects of Glitaray M2 Forte are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• hypoglycemia

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Glitaray M2 Forte

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in patients with renal impairment, liver disease, or heart failure. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised.

Do not take Glitaray M2 Forte if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for type 1 diabetes or for diabetic ketoacidosis. Not for people with severe kidney or liver disease. Not for people with severe kidney disease, severe liver disease, or an acute illness causing dehydration. Not for people who have had diabetic ketoacidosis.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol, other antidiabetic medications, certain diuretics, corticosteroids

How to store Glitaray M2 Forte

Store at room temperature (20-25°C), away from light and moisture.

Expert advice for Glitaray M2 Forte

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li><div>You have been prescribed this combination medicine as it can control blood sugar better than metformin alone.</div></li> <li>You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Glitaray M2 Forte Tablet PR.</li> <li>Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.</li> <li>Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine. </li> <li>Inform your doctor about your diabetes treatment if you are due to have surgery under a general anesthetic.</li> <li>It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal. </li> <li>Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing or if you have persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as Glitaray M2 Forte Tablet PR may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.</li> <li>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).</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

LLOYD HEALTHCARE

Therapeutic class:

prescription

Drug class:

Biguanide, Sulfonylurea