Glimepiride (2mg)+ Metformin (500mg)+ Vitamin D3 (400IU)
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It must be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. If you miss a dose, 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. Overdose may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).Some people may develop hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when this medicine is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or upon skipping a meal. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking it. Other common side effects of this medicine include nausea, taste changes, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, and respiratory tract infection.Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.
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 themCommon side effects of Gluconorm G D
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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. Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is a combination of three medicines:.
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It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR.
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
The use of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR should be avoided in patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. It should also be avoided if you have an active liver disease indicated by high levels of transaminase levels in the body.
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin and has an important role in the body. It not only helps to maintain the health of your bones, teeth and joints but also helps to prevent diabetes. Vitamin D is known to improve the body's sensitivity to insulin, the hormone which regulates blood sugar levels, thereby reducing the risk of insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is often a precursor to type 2 diabetes.
Yes, the use of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR can lead to lactic acidosis. It is a medical emergency which is caused by increased levels of lactic acid in the blood. It is also known as MALA (Metformin-associated lactic acidosis). It is a rare side effect associated with the use of metformin and therefore, it is avoided in patients with underlying kidney disease, old age patients or who take large amounts of alcohol. Symptoms of lactic acidosis may include muscle pain or weakness, dizziness, tiredness, feeling of cold in arms and legs, difficulty in breathing, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or slow heart rate. If you have these symptoms, stop taking Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR and immediately consult your doctor.
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is a combination of three medicines: Glimepiride, Metformin and Vitamin D3. This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). It lowers the blood glucose levels when taken along with proper diet and regular exercise. Glimepiride lowers the blood glucose levels by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas. Metformin works by lowering the glucose production in the liver and improving insulin sensitivity. Vitamin D3 is a nutrient which helps to improve the body's sensitivity to insulin.
The use of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is associated with common side effects like nausea, altered taste, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) and respiratory tract infection.
Yes, the use of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level). Symptoms of hypoglycemia include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate, and feeling anxious or shaky. It happens more often if you miss or delay your food, drink alcohol, do more than routine exercise or take other antidiabetic medicines along with it. So, regular monitoring of blood sugar level is important. Always carry glucose tablets, honey or fruit juice with you.
