Glipwin GPM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Clipwin Pharmaceuticals |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Glipwin GPM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Glipwin GPM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. It is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The medicine aids in the proper utilization of insulin, thereby lowering blood sugar levels. It combines three antidiabetic medicines: Glimepiride, Metformin, and Pioglitazone, which work 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 a doctor for personalized advice.
Glipwin GPM 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 to lower blood glucose. 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 Glipwin GPM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
No, it is not recommended to drink alcohol while using Glipwin GPM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol may lower your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and increase the risk of lactic acidosis. It is essential to consult your doctor for personalized advice on alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
What should I inform the doctor before taking Glipwin GPM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Before starting treatment with Glipwin GPM 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 history of pregnancy, breastfeeding, or premenopausal status. Also, inform your doctor about all prescription and non-prescription medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are currently taking or have taken recently.
Can the use of Glipwin GPM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, the long-term use of Glipwin GPM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet, which contains metformin, may lead to vitamin B12 deficiency due to interference with absorption in the stomach. It is crucial to discuss this risk with your doctor and consider regular vitamin B12 level monitoring.
Can the use of Glipwin GPM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, Glipwin GPM 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. To minimize the risk of hypoglycemia, it is essential to follow your doctor's instructions, monitor your blood sugar levels regularly, and carry a sugary item with you at all times. If you experience any symptoms of hypoglycemia, seek medical attention immediately.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Glipwin GPM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Store Glipwin GPM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet in its original container, tightly closed, according to the instructions on the pack or label. Dispose of any unused medication properly, ensuring it is not consumed by pets, children, or other individuals. It is crucial to follow the specific disposal instructions provided by your doctor or pharmacist.
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. Glipwin GPM 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 Glipwin GPM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Glipwin GPM 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
Glipwin GPM 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.
