Bepride Forte 2mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Avinash Health Products Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Bepride Forte 2mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Bepride Forte 2mg 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.
Directions for Use
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. Bepride Forte 2mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Bepride Forte 2mg 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.
Quick Tips
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).
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Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking Bepride Forte 2mg Tablet?
No, consuming alcohol while using Bepride Forte 2mg Tablet can lead to decreased blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and increased risk of lactic acidosis.
What important health information should I share with my doctor before taking Bepride Forte 2mg Tablet?
Inform your doctor about congestive heart failure, kidney problems, liver issues, swelling at the back of the eye. Also, disclose if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or a premenopausal woman, and if you're taking any prescription or non-prescription medications, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Can Bepride Forte 2mg Tablet lead to vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, the prolonged use of Bepride Forte 2mg Tablet can cause vitamin B12 deficiency due to its metformin content, which interferes with stomach absorption.
Is hypoglycemia a possible side effect of taking Bepride Forte 2mg Tablet?
Yes, using Bepride Forte 2mg Tablet can lead to low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). Monitor your blood sugar regularly and be prepared for symptoms like nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate, or feeling anxious/shaky. These symptoms may worsen if you skip meals, consume alcohol, over-exercise, or take other antidiabetic medications alongside Bepride Forte 2mg Tablet.
How should I store and dispose of Bepride Forte 2mg Tablet?
Keep the medicine in its original container, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions on the pack or label. Dispose of unused medicine properly, ensuring it's not consumed by pets, children, or other individuals.
