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Prescription requiredBayer (india) Ltd.Antidiabetic
Glucobay M 25 Tablet
Metformin (500mg) + Acarbose (25mg)
₹112In stock
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Glucobay M 25 Tablet is used for adjunct to diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes.
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Key details
Salt: Metformin (500mg) + Acarbose (25mg)
Available variants: tablet 10 Tablet 10 Tablet, tablet 10 Tablet
Price: ₹112 (₹11.15 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: BAYER (INDIA) LTD.
Ordering notes
Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Composition of Glucobay M 25 Tablet
Glucobay M 25 Tablet contains Metformin (500mg) + Acarbose (25mg). It belongs to the Biguanide and Oral anti-diabetic class of medicines.
Uses of Glucobay M 25 Tablet
- Adjunct to diet
- Exercise to improve blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes
Benefits of Glucobay M 25 Tablet
- In Type 2 diabetes
- Glucobay M lowers the amount of sugar your liver releases and helps your body use its own insulin, so blood sugar stays in a steadier range through the day. Keeping sugar controlled over the years protects the eyes, kidneys, nerves and heart from the damage diabetes causes.
How Glucobay M 25 Tablet works
Decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity; acts in liver and gut.
How to take Glucobay M 25 Tablet
Take as directed by the physician, usually with the first bite of each main meal. Drink plenty of fluids. Monitor blood sugar levels regularly.
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 a dangerous build-up of acid in the blood, with vomiting, severe weakness and laboured breathing. It may cause low blood sugar and marked stomach upset. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Glucobay M 25 Tablet
Most side effects of Glucobay M are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- GI upset (nausea, diarrhea)
- rare risk of lactic acidosis
Stop the medicine and get help at once 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 Glucobay M 25 Tablet
- Alcohol
- Taking metformin with alcohol can cause lactic acidosis and you may experience malaise, respiratory distress, slow or irregular heartbeat, sleepiness, stomach upset, or other unusual symptoms.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Glucobay M 25 Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy.<br>Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingSAFE
- Glucobay M 25 Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.
- DrivingCAUTION
- May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you.
- KidneyUNSAFE
- Glucobay M 25 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Glucobay M 25 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<br>Use of Glucobay M 25 Tablet is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
- LiverUNSAFE
- Glucobay M 25 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Glucobay M 25 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<br>Glucobay M 25 Tablet 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.
Warnings and precautions
Inform clinician about kidney problems; withhold around iodinated contrast when advised.
Do not take Glucobay M if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with severe kidney disease, severe liver disease, or an acute illness causing dehydration. Not for people who have had diabetic ketoacidosis. Not for type 1 diabetes or for diabetic ketoacidosis. Not for people with heart failure, active bladder cancer or unexplained blood in the urine.
Interactions with other medicines
Tell your doctor about water tablets, steroids, and any contrast dye scan. Alcohol increases the risk of the rare acid build-up and should be limited. Low blood sugar is more likely when combined with insulin or a sulfonylurea.
How to store Glucobay M 25 Tablet
Store below 25°C; protect from moisture.
Quick tips for Glucobay M 25 Tablet
- Take it with or just after food to reduce stomach upset.
- Keep taking it even when your sugar readings look normal.
- That is the medicine working.
- Continue your diet and physical activity; this medicine works alongside them, not instead of them.
- Take it with the first mouthful of your meal so it can act on that meal.
- Expect some wind in the first weeks; it usually settles.
Related lab tests
People taking Glucobay M are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- BAYER (INDIA) LTD.
- Therapeutic class:
- Antidiabetic
- Drug class:
- Biguanide and Oral anti-diabetic
Substitutes for Glucobay M 25 Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Metformin (500mg) + Acarbose (25mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Glucobay M 25 Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glucobay M 50 TabletBAYER (INDIA) LTD. | tablet · 10 Tablet | ₹192 | 72% more |
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Glucobay M 25 Tablet FAQs
What is Glucobay M 25 Tablet used for?
Glucobay M 25 Tablet is commonly used for Adjunct to diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Glucobay M 25 Tablet?
Type 2 diabetes: Glucobay M lowers the amount of sugar your liver releases and helps your body use its own insulin, so blood sugar stays in a steadier range through the day. Keeping sugar controlled over the years protects the eyes, kidneys, nerves and heart from the damage diabetes causes.
What is the salt in Glucobay M 25 Tablet?
Glucobay M 25 Tablet contains Metformin (500mg) + Acarbose (25mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Glucobay M 25 Tablet?
Take as directed by the physician, usually with the first bite of each main meal. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Glucobay M 25 Tablet work?
Decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity; acts in liver and gut.
Is Glucobay M 25 Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Glucobay M 25 Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Glucobay M 25 Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Glucobay M are GI upset (nausea, diarrhea), rare risk of lactic acidosis. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Glucobay M 25 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Glucobay M 25 Tablet in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Glucobay M.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Glucobay M 25 Tablet?
Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on Glucobay M 25 Tablet.
What if I miss a dose of Glucobay M 25 Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Glucobay M 25 Tablet habit forming?
No. Glucobay M 25 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Glucobay M 25 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Glucobay M 25 Tablet starts at ₹112 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 10 Tablet 10 Tablet, tablet 10 Tablet. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Glucobay M 25 Tablet?
Glucobay M 25 Tablet is manufactured by BAYER (INDIA) LTD.. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Glucobay M 25 Tablet delivered?
Glucobay M 25 Tablet is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Glucobay M 25 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Metformin (500mg) + Acarbose (25mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Price
- ₹112 (₹11.15 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- BAYER (INDIA) LTD.
- Manufacturer
- BAYER (INDIA) LTD.
- Therapeutic class
- Antidiabetic
- Drug class
- Biguanide and Oral anti-diabetic
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 10 Tablet 10 Tablet, tablet 10 Tablet
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Glucobay M 25 Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.