Gluconorm-G 3 Forte 3mg/1000mg

Quick info

Gluconorm-G 3 Forte 3mg/1000mg is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Gluconorm-G 3 Forte 3mg/1000mg belongs to a category of medicines known as anti-diabetic drugs. It is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.

How it works

Gluconorm-G 3 Forte 3mg/1000mg is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Glimepiride and Metformin. 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 which works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin.

Direction of use

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Gluconorm-G 3 Forte 3mg/1000mg is to be taken with food.

Tips

• You have been prescribed this combination medicine as it can control blood sugar better than metformin alone.
• Continue to exercise regularly
• Eat a healthy diet
• Take your other diabetes medicines along with Gluconorm-G 3 Forte 3mg/1000mg
• Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach

Side Effects

• It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
• Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
• Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing or if you have persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as Gluconorm-G 3 Forte 3mg/1000mg may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.