Triobimet 2 Tablet ER
Manufacturer
Corona Remedies Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Triobimet 2 Tablet ER is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Dosage Form
Tablet ER
Introduction
Triobimet 2 Tablet ER 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. Triobimet 2 Tablet ER is to be taken with food.
How it works
Triobimet 2 Tablet ER 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 Triobimet 2 Tablet ER?
No, it is not safe to consume alcohol while using Triobimet 2 Tablet ER. Alcohol may lower blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
What should I inform the doctor before taking Triobimet 2 Tablet ER?
Before starting Triobimet 2 Tablet ER, tell your doctor if you have congestive heart failure, kidney problems, or liver problems. Inform them if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or a premenopausal woman. Also disclose any current prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, or herbal supplements that you are taking.
Can the use of Triobimet 2 Tablet ER lead to vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, long-term use of Triobimet 2 Tablet ER can cause vitamin B12 deficiency. This is because it contains metformin, which interferes with the absorption of vitamin B12 in the stomach.
Can the use of Triobimet 2 Tablet ER cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, Triobimet 2 Tablet ER can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Symptoms include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate, feeling anxious or shaky. This is more likely if you miss or delay meals, consume alcohol, over-exercise, take other antidiabetic medications simultaneously, or when blood sugar levels are already low.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Triobimet 2 Tablet ER?
Keep this medicine in its original container, tightly sealed. Store it according to the directions on the label or package. If unused medicine remains, discard it properly. Make sure it's not accessible to pets, children, or other people.
