Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Roma Pharma Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medicine is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps in proper utilization of insulin, thereby lowering the blood sugar levels. The medicine combines three antidiabetic agents: Glimepiride, Metformin, and Pioglitazone, each working through different mechanisms to provide better control of blood sugar when single or dual therapy is not effective. Common side effects are not listed, but it is important to consult your doctor for any adverse reactions.
Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is a combination of three antidiabetic medicines: Glimepiride, Metformin, and Pioglitazone. They work by different mechanisms to provide better control of blood sugar when single or dual therapy is not effective. Glimepiride increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. Metformin lowers glucose production in the liver, delays glucose absorption from intestines, and increases the body's sensitivity to insulin. Pioglitazone further increases insulin sensitivity.
Is it safe to drink alcohol while taking Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
No, it is not recommended to drink alcohol while using Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol may lower your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and increase the risk of lactic acidosis. It is essential to follow the doctor's guidance on alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
What should I inform the doctor before taking Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Before starting treatment with Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet, inform your doctor about any pre-existing medical conditions, including congestive heart failure, kidney problems, liver problems, and swelling of the back of the eye. Additionally, disclose any pregnancy, breastfeeding, or premenopausal status. Also, provide a list of all prescription and non-prescription medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are currently taking.
Can the use of Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, the long-term use of Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet, which contains metformin, may interfere with the absorption of vitamin B12 in the stomach, leading to deficiency. It is crucial to discuss this risk with your doctor and consider regular monitoring of vitamin B12 levels.
Can the use of Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet 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. This risk is higher if you miss or delay meals, drink alcohol, over-exercise, or take other antidiabetic medications. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is essential, and it is recommended to always carry a sugary item with you.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Store Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet in its original container, tightly closed. Follow the storage instructions provided on the packaging or label. Dispose of any unused medication properly, ensuring it is not consumed by pets, children, or other individuals.
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. Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
- Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
- 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).
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Giomed MP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Please consult your doctor.
