Glyciphage-P-15

Glyciphage-P-15 contains Pioglitazone + Metformin and is used for this medicine is used. Prescription required.

This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

This medicine combines 2 active ingredients: Pioglitazone and Metformin. Pioglitazone helps control blood sugar, particularly the rise that follows a meal. Metformin lowers blood sugar by reducing the amount of glucose your liver releases and by helping your muscles respond better to your own insulin. It does not force your pancreas to make more insulin, which is why it rarely causes low blood sugar on its own.

Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.

Flatulence, Loose motions, Stomach discomfort, Swelling of the ankles and feet, Weight gain, Nausea, Stomach pain, Metallic taste, Loss of appetite

If you feel shaky, sweaty, confused or unusually hungry, take sugar, glucose or a sweet drink at once and tell your doctor — these are signs your blood sugar has fallen too low. If a low-sugar episode happens while on an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor such as voglibose or acarbose, use glucose — ordinary sugar and sweets work more slowly. Tell your doctor about any new swelling of the ankles, breathlessness or sudden weight gain. Stomach upset is common in the first two weeks and usually settles; taking it with food helps. Tell your doctor before any surgery or a scan that uses contrast dye — this medicine is usually stopped for a short time around them. Stop and seek urgent care if you develop deep rapid breathing, severe weakness, muscle pain or vomiting with cold clammy skin. This is rare but serious. Long-term use can lower vitamin B12, so your doctor may check it from time to time.

Low blood sugar is more likely when combined with insulin or a sulfonylurea. 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.

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.