Buy Piopod GM 1 Tablet
| COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | India |
|---|---|
| DOSAGE FORM | Tablets |
| GENERIC NAME | Glimepiride |
| INDICATION | Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus |
| PACKAGING | 10 tablets in 1 strip |
| MANUFACTURER | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| COMPOSITION | Glimepiride (1mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg) |
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
It 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.
It should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It must be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. Overdose may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Some people may develop hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when this medicine is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or upon skipping a meal. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking it. Other common side effects of this medicine include nausea, taste changes, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, edema (swelling), blurred vision, bone fracture, and respiratory tract infection.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.
USES OF PIOPOD GM TABLET SR
- Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
BENEFITS
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
SIDE EFFECTS
Common side effects of Piopod GM
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Flatulence
- Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Edema (swelling)
HOW TO USE PIOPOD GM TABLET SR
HOW PIOPOD GM TABLET SR WORKS
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
Pregnancy
Breast feeding
Driving
Kidney
Use of Piopod GM 1 Tablet SR is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
Use of Piopod GM 1 Tablet SR is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
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