Glycomet-250 Tablet 10's

• Glycomet 250 Tablet contains Metformin 250mg used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and prevent serious complications of diabetes
• It is also used to treat Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women
• Chemical Class: Biguanides Derivative
• Addictive drug: No
• Therapeutic Class: Anti Diabetic
• Action Class: Biguanides
• Schedule “G” prescription drug Caution: It is dangerous to take this medication without medical supervision
• Store below 30°C protected from light & moisture
• Keep out of the reach of children

• Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
• Treatment of Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women

• It is not safe to consume alcohol while taking Glycomet 250 Tablet, avoid it to prevent any chances of life-threatening side effects like Lactic Acidosis
• Do not take a double dose of this tablet if you missed a dose, skip the missed dose and follow your regular schedule as prescribed
• Glycomet 250 & Ketotifen: Life-threatening
• Glycomet 250 & Amiloride: Serious
• Glycomet 250 & Beclometasone: Serious
• Glycomet 250 & Betamethasone: Serious
   

Glycomet-250 Tablet interacts with the following medicines consult your doctor
 

• Anti-depressant (bupropion), Drugs used to treat glaucoma
• Antibiotics (cephalexin, ciprofloxacin), Anti-acidity drugs (cimetidine)
• Heart condition drugs (digoxin), Anti-HIV drugs (dolutegravir), Ethanol
• Saliva reducing drugs (glycopyrrolate), Iodinated X-ray contrast agents
• Anti-epileptic drugs (topiramate, lamotrigine), Angina medicine (ranolazine)
   

The following drug interactions can lead to increased low blood sugar
 

• Sex hormones (androgens), Anti-oxidant (alpha-lipoic acid)
• Painkillers (aspirin), Anti TB drugs (prothionamide)
• Growth hormones (pegvisomant), other Antidiabetic medicines

Glycomet 250 Tablet is safe if properly prescribed by your doctor during pregnancy or breastfeeding

• You have been prescribed Glycomet 250 Tablet that controls your blood sugar level and reduces the risk of diabetic complications
• Chances of weight gain and low blood sugar are lesser with this medicine as compared to other diabetes medicines
• Hypoglycemia or low blood sugar level may occur when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, delaying/skipping a meal. Carry a sugar source with you for immediate relief
• Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as Glycomet 250 Tablet may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood
• Prolonged use of Glycomet 250 Tablet may lead to vitamin B12 deficiency which may lead to anemia, causing fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath, or headache. Notify your doctor if you experience any of these as you may require supplements
• Your doctor will monitor your blood sugar levels and kidney functions regularly while you are taking this medication

• Nausea and Vomiting
• Change of Taste
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Loss of appetite
• Digestive problems

Glycomet 250 Tablet can be taken with food to avoid nausea and abdominal pain. Swallow the tablet as a whole, do not chew or crush or break it

Glycomet 250 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine (biguanide) that contains Metformin 250mg

Metformin reduces glucose production in the liver, delays the absorption of sugar or glucose by the intestines, and increases the body's sensitivity to insulin making use of it efficiently

Q. What does Glycomet 250 Tablet do?
Glycomet 250 Tablet contains Metformin 250mg that decreases glucose production from the liver for people with type 2 diabetes who are not able to make enough insulin. It decreases absorption of glucose from the intestine after food intake while improving the sensitivity of the body organs and muscles towards insulin using it efficiently

Q. Does Glycomet 250 Tablet cause weight loss?
Yes, Glycomet 250 Tablet may cause weight loss in people who are overweight or obese and in people who are prone to the risk of diabetes, and in patients who are sensitive or resistant to insulin

Q. What are the benefits of taking Glycomet 250 Tablet?
It helps control blood sugar levels. It promotes the body’s response to insulin, decreases the amount of sugar produced by the liver, decreases the amount of sugar absorbed by the intestines

Q. Can Glycomet 250 Tablet make you sleepy?
Glycomet 250 Tablet does not usually make you sleepy but it may rarely cause sleep disorders and insomnia sometimes due to a very serious side effect called lactic acidosis which occurs if your kidneys do not function properly

Q. How to take Glycomet 250 Tablet?
Take Glycomet 250 Tablet with or after a meal to avoid digestive problems or other side effects. Do not crush or chew the tablet and swallow it with a glass of water

• Inform your doctor if you have kidney, liver, or heart problems as patients with severe kidney or liver disease must not take Glycomet 250
• People affected with heart diseases, Vitamin B12 deficiency, and alcoholism should avoid intake of Glycomet 250 Tablet