Glimcon PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Magma Allianz Laboratories Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Glimcon PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Glimcon PM 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 utilisation of insulin, thereby lowering the blood sugar levels.
Glimcon PM 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 is a sulfonylurea which works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood glucose. Metformin is a biguanide. It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. Pioglitazone is a thiazolidinedione which further increases insulin sensitivity.
What are the safe consumption guidelines for Glimcon PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet regarding alcohol?
It's not advisable to consume alcohol while taking Glimcon PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet, as it may lower blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
What information should I provide my doctor before initiating Glimcon PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet treatment?
Before starting this medication, inform your doctor about any existing congestive heart failure, kidney problems, liver issues, or swelling in the back of the eye. Additionally, disclose if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or a premenopausal woman, as well as any other prescription or non-prescription medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements you may be taking.
Can prolonged use of Glimcon PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, long-term use of this medication can interfere with vitamin B12 absorption in the stomach, potentially leading to a deficiency.
What are the symptoms and precautions I should be aware of regarding hypoglycemia while taking Glimcon PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) can occur, manifesting as nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate, and feeling anxious or shaky. Be mindful of these symptoms, especially if you miss or delay meals, consume alcohol, over-exercise, or take other antidiabetic medications alongside this one. Regular blood sugar level monitoring is crucial.
How should I store and dispose of Glimcon PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Store the medication in its original container, tightly closed, following the storage instructions on the pack or label. Dispose of any unused medicine responsibly to prevent consumption 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. Glimcon PM 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
- 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).
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glimcon PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Glimcon PM 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
Glimcon PM 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. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
