What could be causing my father, who has diabetes, to suddenly wake up at night feeling hot, anxious, and experiencing chest pain and a metallic taste in his mouth, after he recently had a low blood sugar drop while taking Glycomet GP 2 Forte? | Apollo Pharmacy

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What could be causing my father, who has diabetes, to suddenly wake up at night feeling hot, anxious, and experiencing chest pain and a metallic taste in his mouth, after he recently had a low blood sugar drop while taking Glycomet GP 2 Forte?

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What could be causing my father, who has diabetes, to suddenly wake up at night feeling hot, anxious, and experiencing chest pain and a metallic taste in his mouth, after he recently had a low blood sugar drop while taking Glycomet GP 2 Forte?

Asked by Male, 59 · 11 days ago

Vikas Singh

M Pharmacy

11 days ago

These symptoms, especially after a recent low blood sugar episode with Glycomet GP 2 Forte (which contains glimepiride and metformin), require prompt medical evaluation. Waking up hot and anxious can be a sign of another nighttime blood sugar drop. However, because he is experiencing chest pain, it is incredibly important to seek immediate medical attention to rule out any heart concerns, as diabetes increases this risk. The metallic taste can sometimes be a harmless side effect of metformin. Please have him evaluated by a doctor or visit an emergency room right away to keep him safe.

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