Okamet GMP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Cipla Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Okamet GMP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Okamet GMP 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.
Okamet GMP 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.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Okamet GMP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
No, it is not safe to consume alcohol while using Okamet GMP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet. Alcohol may lower your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
What should I inform the doctor before taking Okamet GMP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Before taking Okamet GMP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have congestive heart failure, kidney problems, liver problems, or swelling of the back of the eye. Also, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or a premenopausal woman. Ensure to inform the doctor about any prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are taking.
Can the use of Okamet GMP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet lead to vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, the use of Okamet GMP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet can cause vitamin B12 deficiency. This is due to its inclusion of metformin, which interferes with vitamin B12 absorption in the stomach over time.
Can the use of Okamet GMP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, the use of Okamet GMP 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. It is more likely to occur if you miss or delay meals, consume alcohol, exercise excessively, or take other antidiabetic medications along with it. Regular monitoring of your blood sugar level is crucial.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Okamet GMP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Store this medicine in its original container, tightly closed. Refer to the instructions on the packaging or label for storage guidance. Do not discard the unused medication and ensure it is not accessible to pets, children, or other people.
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. Okamet GMP 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 Okamet GMP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Okamet GMP 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
Okamet GMP 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.
