Gallypride GP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Novalab Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Gallypride GP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Gallypride GP 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.
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. Gallypride GP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Gallypride GP 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.
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
Can I drink alcohol while taking Gallypride GP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
No, it is not safe to drink alcohol while using Gallypride GP 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 Gallypride GP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Before taking Gallypride GP 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. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or a premenopausal woman. Tell your doctor if you are taking any prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Can the use of Gallypride GP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, using Gallypride GP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet can cause vitamin B12 deficiency because it contains metformin. Long-term use interferes with stomach absorption of vitamin B12.
Can the use of Gallypride GP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, using Gallypride GP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level). Symptoms include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, a fast heart rate, and feeling anxious or shaky. It's more likely to happen if you miss meals, drink alcohol, over-exercise, or take other antidiabetic medications. Regular blood sugar monitoring is essential. Always carry sugar items like candy or chocolate with you.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Gallypride GP 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Store this medicine in its original container, tightly closed. Follow the directions on the pack or label. Do not dispose of the unused medication down the drain or into the trash; instead, ensure it is not accessible to pets, children, and other people.
