Glorimet Pg 2

Composition of Glorimet Pg 2

Glorimet Pg 2 contains Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg).

Uses of Glorimet Pg 2

Glorimet PG 2 Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

How Glorimet Pg 2 works

Glorimet PG 2 Tablet is a combination of three antidiabetic medicines: Glimepiride, Metformin and Pioglitazone. They work by different mechanisms to provide better control of blood sugar when single or dual therapy is not effective. 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. It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. Pioglitazone is a thiazolidinedione which further increases insulin sensitivity.

How to take Glorimet Pg 2

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. Glorimet PG 2 Tablet is to be taken with food.<br>Glorimet PG 2 Tablet may cause stomach upset if taken empty stomach.

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 the missed dose of Glorimet Pg as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Glorimet Pg than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Glorimet Pg 2

Most side effects of Glorimet Pg are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) Nausea Taste change Diarrhea Stomach pain Headache Edema (swelling) Weight gain Blurred vision Bone fracture Respiratory tract infection

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 Glorimet Pg 2

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Glorimet Pg. Some combinations can change how Glorimet Pg works or raise the chance of side effects.

How to store Glorimet Pg 2

Store Glorimet Pg below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Do not use it after the expiry date printed on the pack.

Expert advice for Glorimet Pg 2

<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>Glorimet PG 2 Tablet ER is a combination of three medicines that provides better blood sugar control than either medicine alone.</div></li> <li>You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Glorimet PG 2 Tablet ER.</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><div>Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or on delaying/skipping a meal. Carry a sugar source with you for immediate relief.</div></li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

OAKNET LIFESCIENCES