Panpride-Pm 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Globus Remedies Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Panpride-Pm 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Panpride-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.
Panpride-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.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Panpride-Pm 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
No, it is not safe to consume alcohol alongside Panpride-Pm 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet. Alcohol can lower blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). It may also increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
What should I inform my doctor before taking Panpride-Pm 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Inform your doctor about any pre-existing conditions such as congestive heart failure, kidney problems, or liver problems. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or a premenopausal woman, inform your doctor. Let them know if you are taking any prescription or non-prescription medications, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Can the use of Panpride-Pm 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet lead to vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes. The presence of metformin in Panpride-Pm 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet can cause vitamin B12 deficiency. It interferes with the absorption of vitamin B12 in the stomach on long-term use.
Can the use of Panpride-Pm 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, Panpride-Pm 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). Symptoms include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate, and feeling anxious or shaky. It is more likely to occur if you miss meals, drink alcohol, over-exercise, or take other antidiabetic medications along with it. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is necessary. Always carry some sugary items like a candy or chocolate with you.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Panpride-Pm 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Store this medication in its original container, tightly closed. Follow the instructions on the packaging or label provided. Do not consume any unused medications. Ensure that they are not accessible to pets, children, and 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. Panpride-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, 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 Panpride-Pm 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Panpride-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
Panpride-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.
