Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. 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. It also contains vitamin D supplements which helps to improve insulin sensitivity and enables proper utilisation of blood sugar. Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR will reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed because it is protecting your future health.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Taste change, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Headache, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Respiratory tract infection']

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. Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is to be taken with food.

Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is a combination of three medicines: Glimepiride, metformin and vitamin D3. Glimepiride is a sulfonylurea which works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood glucose. Metformin is a biguanide which decreases the production and absorption of sugar in your body, and allows better use of existing insulin. Vitamin D is a nutrient which improves the body?s sensitivity to insulin. Together, they provide better control of blood sugar.

Alcohol

UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CAUTION - Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gluconorm G2 D Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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