Pioneer GM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet SR
Manufacturer
Olcare Laboratories
Salt Composition
Glimepiride (1mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Pioneer GM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet SR is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Dosage Form
Tablet SR
Introduction
Pioneer GM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet SR 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. Pioneer GM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
How it works
Pioneer GM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet SR 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 Pioneer GM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet SR?
No, it is not safe to drink alcohol while using Pioneer GM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet SR. Alcohol may lower your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
What should I inform the doctor before taking Pioneer GM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet SR?
Before taking Pioneer GM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet SR, inform your doctor if you have: * Congestive heart failure * Kidney problems * Liver problems * Swelling of the back of the eye. It is important to inform your doctor if you are: * Pregnant or breastfeeding * A premenopausal woman * Taking any prescription or over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
Can the use of Pioneer GM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet SR lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, long-term use of Pioneer GM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet SR can cause vitamin B12 deficiency due to metformin's effect on vitamin B12 absorption in the stomach. It may interfere with absorbing vitamin B12.
Can the use of Pioneer GM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet SR cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, the use of Pioneer GM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet SR can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level). Symptoms of hypoglycemia include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate and feeling anxious or shaky. It is more likely to occur if you skip meals, drink alcohol, over-exercise, take other antidiabetic medications along with it, or delay your mealtime. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is important. Always carry some sugary items like a candy or chocolate with you.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Pioneer GM 1mg/500mg/15mg Tablet SR?
Store this medicine in its original container, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions on the package or label. Do not dispose of the medicine down the drain. Ensure that it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
