


Glz Total Tablet
Salt Composition
Gliclazide (60mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg) + Metformin (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Glz Total Tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus, controlling blood sugar levels in adults with diabetes.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Glz Total Tablet should be taken with food, preferably at the same time each day. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time based on your blood sugar levels. Keep taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, and loss of limbs.
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. Glz Total Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia) Nausea Taste changes Diarrhea Stomach pain Headache Edema (swelling) Blurred vision Bone fracture Upper respiratory tract infections
Alcohol Warning
Drinking alcohol can also increase your risk of low blood sugar levels and should be avoided.
Breastfeeding Warning
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it.
Pregnancy Warning
You should not take it if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, if you have diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), or if you have severe kidney or liver disease.
How it works
Glz Total Tablet is a combination of three antidiabetic medicines: Gliclazide, Pioglitazone, and Metformin. They work by different mechanisms to provide better control of blood sugar when single or dual therapy is not effective.
Quick Tips
Glz Total Tablet is a combination of three medicines that provides better blood sugar control than either medicine alone. Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Glz Total Tablet used for?
Glz Total Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus, controlling blood sugar levels in adults with diabetes.
How should I take Glz Total Tablet?
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. Glz Total Tablet is to be taken with food.
What are the common side effects of Glz Total Tablet?
The most common side effect of Glz Total Tablet is low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia).