Triglimpure 1 Tablet SR
Manufacturer
Arrient Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Glimepiride (1mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Triglimpure 1 Tablet SR is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Dosage Form
Tablet SR
Introduction
Triglimpure 1 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. Triglimpure 1 Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
How it works
Triglimpure 1 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 Triglimpure 1 Tablet SR?
It's not recommended to consume alcohol while using Triglimpure 1 Tablet SR. Alcohol can lower your blood sugar levels, leading to hypoglycemia, and may also increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
What should I inform my doctor before taking Triglimpure 1 Tablet SR?
Before starting treatment with Triglimpure 1 Tablet SR, inform your doctor if you have conditions such as congestive heart failure, kidney problems, liver issues, or swelling of the back of the eye. Additionally, let them know if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or a premenopausal woman. Also, disclose any prescription and non-prescription medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements you're taking.
Can the use of Triglimpure 1 Tablet SR lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, long-term use of Triglimpure 1 Tablet SR can cause vitamin B12 deficiency due to metformin's interference with stomach absorption.
Can the use of Triglimpure 1 Tablet SR cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, Triglimpure 1 Tablet SR may lead to hypoglycemia. Be aware of symptoms like nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate, and feeling anxious or shaky. This risk is higher when you miss or delay meals, consume alcohol, over-exercise, or take other antidiabetic medications. Regular blood sugar level monitoring is essential.
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Triglimpure 1 Tablet SR?
Store Triglimpure 1 Tablet SR in its original container, tightly closed, according to the pack or label's storage instructions. Dispose of unused medicine properly, ensuring it's not consumed by pets, children, or other individuals.
