What is Glycomet GP 2 mg?
Glycomet GP 2 mg is a combination of Glimepiride and Metformin, which belongs to a class of drugs known as antidiabetic agents.
Glycomet GP tablet is prescribed to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not result in enough glycemic control.
Type 2 diabetes is a medical disorder in which the body is unable to make sufficient insulin. Its symptoms include excessive thirst, fatigue, and hunger.
Along with maintaining blood sugar levels, Glycomet GP helps avoid serious complications of diabetes, such as blindness, kidney damage, loss of limbs, and nerve problems.
Doctors also prescribe following regular exercise and diet plan along with your Glycomet GP 2 mg treatment plan.
After a valid prescription from the doctor, Glycomet GP 2 mg can be purchased from licensed drugstores.
How does Glycomet GP 2 mg work?
Glycomet GP 2 is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Glimepiride and Metformin.
Glimepiride is a sulfonylurea that works by increasing the amount of insulin the pancreas produces, further lowering blood glucose.
Metformin, a biguanide, works by decreasing the production of glucose in your liver. This delays glucose absorption from the intestine and increases the sensitivity of insulin to the body.
How to take Glycomet GP 2mg?
Swallow the Glycomet GP tablet with water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. This medicine should be taken as directed by the doctor.
Glycomet tablets should be taken with food or as prescribed by your doctor. Make sure to take it at the same time every day to achieve benefits.
Your doctor will determine the correct dosage of Glycomet GP based on your medical condition, age, and body weight.
The doctor may change your dose from time to time, depending on your blood sugar levels.
Do not alter the dosage without consulting a doctor. If you wish to stop taking the Glycomet tablet, discuss it with the doctor first.
What are the side effects of Glycomet GP 2mg?
Most side effects of Glycomet GP do not require medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine.
However, several people using this antidiabetic medicine do not experience any severe side effects.
Common side effects of Glycomet GP 2mg include:
- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain
Get emergency medical help if any of the side effects persist or worsen.
What are the precautions and warnings related to Glycomet GP 2mg?
- Glycomet GP 2mg is not prescribed to patients who are allergic to it, Glimepiride, Metformin or have other allergies.
- Do not take Glycomet GP tablet if you suffer from type 1 diabetes mellitus, liver disorder, diabetic ketoacidosis, or severe kidney disease.
- 2mg of Glycomet GP might not be suitable for patients with heart disease. Consult a doctor before taking this medicine.
- Avoid alcohol consumption strictly, as it can increase or decrease the blood sugar-lowering action of the Glycomet GP tablet.
- Doctors do not recommend 2mg of Glycomet GP for children below 18 years of age.
