Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet

Composition of Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet

Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet contains Gliclazide (30mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg) + Metformin (500mg).

Uses of Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus Insulin is a hormone that is required to lower the amount of sugar in your body. But if you have type 2 diabetes
• your body will produce less amount of insulin. Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet SR allows the body to make better use of the lower amount of insulin to control your blood glucose level. Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage
• eye damage
• nerve problems
• and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal
• healthy life.

How Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet works

Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet SR is a combination of three antidiabetic medicines: Gliclazide, Pioglitazone and Metformin. They work by different mechanisms to provide better control of blood sugar when single or dual therapy is not effective. Gliclazide is a sulfonylurea which works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood glucose. Pioglitazone is a thiazolidinedione which increases insulin sensitivity. Metformin is a biguanide. It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines and further increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin.

How to take Glycinorm Total 30 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. Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet SR should be taken with or after 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

If you miss a dose of Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet SR, 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.

If you take too much

Taking more Glycinorm Total 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 Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet

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

• 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

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 Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet

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 Glycinorm Total. Some combinations can change how Glycinorm Total works or raise the chance of side effects.

How to store Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet

Store Glycinorm Total 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 Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet

Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet SR is a combination of three medicines that provides better blood sugar control than either medicine alone. You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Glycinorm Total 30 Tablet SR. Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine. It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal. Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety. 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).

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

IPCA LABORATORIES LTD`

Therapeutic class:

ANTI DIABETIC