Metfortex G 1mg/500mg Tablet

Name: Metfortex G 1mg/500mg Tablet
SKU: SKU-19366
Price: 46 INR
Availability: InStock

₹ 46

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Highlights

Manufacturer: Quintos Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition: Glimepiride (1mg) + Metformin (500mg)
Storage: Store below 30C

Features

Packaging	strip of 10 tablets
Packaging Type
Primary Use	Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Common Side Effects	Headache \| Nausea \| Diarrhea \| Flatulence
Alcohol Interaction	UNSAFE
Pregnancy Interaction	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lactation Interaction	UNSAFE
Driving Interaction	CAUTION
Kidney Interaction	CAUTION
Liver Interaction	CAUTION

Metfortex G 1mg/500mg Tablet belongs to a category of medicines known as anti-diabetic drugs. It is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Metfortex G 1mg/500mg Tablet should be taken with food. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to how it is working according to your blood sugar levels. Keep taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes. The most common side effect of Metfortex G 1mg/500mg Tablet is low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia). Make sure you recognize the signs of having low blood glucose levels, such as sweating, dizziness, headache, and shaking, and know how to deal with it. To prevent this, its important to have regular meals and always carry a fast-acting source of glucose such as sugary food or fruit juice with you. Drinking alcohol can also increase your risk of low blood sugar levels and should be avoided. Other side effects that may be seen on taking this medicine include taste changes, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, and upper respiratory tract infection. Some people may find that they put on weight with this medicine. You should not take it if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, if you have diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), or if you have severe kidney or liver disease. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease. It may not be suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your blood sugar levels should be checked regularly and your doctor may also advise blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function.