Glycomet Gp 1 Tablet

Composition of Glycomet Gp 1 Tablet

Glycomet Gp 1 Tablet contains Glimepiride (1 mg) + Metformin. It belongs to the Sulfonylurea and Biguanide class of medicines.

Uses of Glycomet Gp 1 Tablet

• controls blood sugar levels
• manages type 2 diabetes
• sugar-free formulation

Key benefits

• Lowers blood sugar quickly
• Long-established and inexpensive
• First-choice medicine for type 2 diabetes
• Does not usually cause weight gain
• Low risk of hypoglycaemia when used alone

How Glycomet Gp 1 Tablet works

Sulfonylurea that stimulates pancreatic insulin release and improves sensitivity.; Decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity; acts in liver and gut.

How to take Glycomet Gp 1 Tablet

Take as directed by the physician, with or after meals. Monitor blood sugar regularly. Avoid skipping doses.

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 Glycomet Gp 1 Tablet

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

• Low blood sugar
• weight gain.; GI upset (nausea
• diarrhea); rare risk of lactic acidosis.

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 Glycomet Gp 1 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Carry sugar source for hypoglycemia; review during illness or fasting.; Inform clinician about kidney problems; withhold around iodinated contrast when advised.

Do not take Glycomet Gp 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

Many medicines change how strongly this works — tell your doctor about aspirin, blood thinners, antifungals, sulfa antibiotics and beta blockers in particular. Beta blockers can mask the warning signs of low blood sugar. 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.

How to store Glycomet Gp 1 Tablet

Store below 25°C; protect from moisture.

Expert advice for Glycomet Gp 1 Tablet

Take it shortly before a meal, and eat that meal. Check your sugar as often as your doctor has asked, especially when your routine changes. 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.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

USV LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic (Sulfonylurea + Biguanide)

Drug class:

Sulfonylurea and Biguanide