Glycomet Tablet
Manufacturer
USV Ltd
Salt Composition
Metformin (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Glycomet Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women, helping to control blood sugar levels and prevent complications.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Glycomet Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women. It helps control blood sugar levels and prevent serious complications of diabetes. It is also used to treat a menstruation-related disorder known as Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women.
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. Glycomet Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glycomet Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Glycomet Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Pregnancy Warning
Glycomet Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Interacting Medicines
Ketotifen Amiloride Beclometasone Betamethasone
How it works
Glycomet Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication (biguanide). It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying the absorption of sugar (glucose) from the intestines, and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Glycomet Tablet to control the blood sugar level and reduce the risk of diabetic complications such as heart attacks. Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or on delaying/skipping a meal. Carry a sugar source with you for immediate relief. Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as Glycomet Tablet may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Glycomet Tablet do exactly?
Glycomet Tablet is a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes. It helps to reduce the levels of sugar in the blood by decreasing glucose production from the liver, decreasing absorption of glucose from the intestine, and improving the body's sensitivity to insulin. This helps to improve the uptake of glucose from the blood and enables the body to respond better to the insulin it produces naturally.
Does Glycomet Tablet cause weight loss?
Yes, Glycomet Tablet has been shown to cause weight loss in people who are overweight or obese. It may also cause a modest loss in weight in those at risk for diabetes. However, it is essential to consult a doctor before taking this medication for weight loss purposes.
What are the benefits of taking Glycomet Tablet?
Glycomet Tablet is a medication that helps to control blood sugar levels. It promotes the body's response to insulin, decreases glucose production from the liver, and decreases glucose absorption from the intestine. Unlike other oral antidiabetic medications, Glycomet Tablet rarely causes low blood sugar when taken alone, as it prevents the pancreas from secreting more insulin. Additionally, it helps to control weight gain.
Can Glycomet Tablet make you sleepy?
Glycomet Tablet usually does not cause sleepiness and is well tolerated. However, it may rarely cause sleep disorders and insomnia. Sleepiness may be a sign of a serious side effect called lactic acidosis, which occurs when the kidneys are not functioning properly. If you experience sleepiness or fatigue while taking Glycomet Tablet, consult your doctor.
How to take Glycomet Tablet?
Take Glycomet Tablet with or after a meal. Do not crush or chew the tablets and swallow them with a glass of water. If your doctor has prescribed one tablet a day, take it in the morning with breakfast. If you have been prescribed two tablets a day, take one in the morning and the other in the evening with dinner. If you have been prescribed three doses a day, take one with breakfast, one with lunch, and one with dinner. Taking Glycomet Tablet with meals can help reduce digestive problems such as indigestion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach ache, and loss of appetite.
