Glilab 1 PM Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablet.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Glimepiride (1mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Curelab Healthcare |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Glilab 1 PM Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Glilab 1 PM Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps in proper utilisation of insulin, thereby lowering the blood sugar levels.
Glilab 1 PM 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.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Glilab 1 PM Tablet?
No, it is not safe to consume alcohol while using Glilab 1 PM Tablet. Alcohol can potentially lower your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
What should I inform the doctor before taking Glilab 1 PM Tablet?
Before taking Glilab 1 PM Tablet, disclose to your healthcare professional if you have: * Congestive heart failure * Kidney problems * Liver problems * Swollen back of the eye. Inform your doctor about any pregnancy, breastfeeding or premenopausal conditions. Also, let them know if you are currently taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
Can the use of Glilab 1 PM Tablet lead to vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, long-term use of Glilab 1 PM Tablet can result in vitamin B12 deficiency due to its metformin content. This inhibits the absorption of vitamin B12 in the stomach.
Can the use of Glilab 1 PM Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, Glilab 1 PM Tablet can induce hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Symptoms may include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, a rapid heartbeat, and feelings of anxiety or shakiness. This is more likely to happen if you skip meals, drink alcohol, over-exercise, take other antidiabetic medications simultaneously, or delay meal intake. Regular monitoring of your blood sugar levels is crucial. Always carry readily available glucose sources like candy or chocolate.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Glilab 1 PM Tablet?
Store this medication in its original container, tightly sealed. Follow the instructions provided on the packaging label. Do not dispose of unused medication into waste water or soil. Keep it away from pets, children, and others.
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. Glilab 1 PM 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
- 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 Glilab 1 PM Tablet.
Breastfeed
Glilab 1 PM Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding.
Pregnancy
Glilab 1 PM Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
