Glucreta M 5+1000 Tablet ER

Short Description

Glucreta M 5+1000 Tablet ER is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Dosage Form

Tablet ER

Introduction

Glucreta M 5+1000 Tablet ER is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control the high blood sugar levels seen in diabetes. This reduces the chances of serious complications of diabetes and also helps prevent heart disease.

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. Glucreta M 5+1000 Tablet ER is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

Urinary tract infection Dehydration Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.

Alcohol Warning

Consuming alcohol while taking this medicine may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level).

Glucreta M 5+1000 Tablet ER is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Dapagliflozin and Metformin. Dapagliflozin works by removing excess sugar (glucose) from your body through urine. Metformin works by lowering sugar production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. Together, they provide better control of blood sugar.

You have been prescribed this combination medicine as it can control blood sugar better than metformin alone. It also reduces the risk of heart attack heart failure or other cardiovascular events. You should continue to exercise regularly eat a healthy diet and take your other diabetes medicines (if prescribed) along with Glucreta M 5+1000 Tablet ER. Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach. Glucreta M 5+1000 Tablet ER can cause urinary tract infection. Make sure to drink plenty of fluids and practice good genital hygiene. It may cause your body to lose too much fluid (dehydration) or you to urinate more often. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. It can 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 hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxious feeling.