Vistaglim PM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Glimepiride (1mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Kanvista Drugs Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Vistaglim PM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Vistaglim PM 1mg/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.
Vistaglim PM 1mg/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 Vistaglim PM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
No, it is not safe to consume alcohol while using Vistaglim PM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet. Alcohol may lower your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and increase the chances of lactic acidosis.
What should I inform my doctor before taking Vistaglim PM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Before using Vistaglim PM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have congestive heart failure, kidney problems, liver problems, or swelling of the back of the eye. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or a premenopausal woman. Let them know about any prescription or non-prescription medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements you take.
Can the use of Vistaglim PM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, long-term use of Vistaglim PM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet can cause vitamin B12 deficiency due to its metformin content. It interferes with the stomach's ability to absorb vitamin B12.
Can the use of Vistaglim PM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, Vistaglim PM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet can trigger hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level). Symptoms include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, a fast heart rate, and feelings of anxiety or shakiness. It is more likely to occur if you skip meals, drink alcohol, exercise too much, or take other antidiabetic medications simultaneously. It's important to regularly monitor your blood sugar levels. Always carry some sugary items like candy or chocolate with you.
What are the instructions for storing and disposing of Vistaglim PM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Store this medicine in its original container, tightly closed. Follow the instructions on the packaging or label. Do not throw away unused medication. Make sure it's inaccessible to pets, children, and others.
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. Vistaglim PM 1mg/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).
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Vistaglim PM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Vistaglim PM 1mg/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
Vistaglim PM 1mg/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.