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Glitame-M 1000 Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

METFORMIN-1000MG + VILDAGLIPTIN-50MG

Uses:

Glitame-M 1000 Tablet is used in the treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus. The detailed uses of Glitame-M 1000 Tablet are as follows:<br/>• Diabetes Management: Glitame-M 1000 Tablet is frequently prescribed to manage blood sugar levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes.<br/>• Cardiovascular Health: By enhancing blood sugar control, Glitame-M 1000 Tablet contributes to better cardiovascular health and reduces the risk of heart disease in diabetic patients.<br/>• Improving Energy Levels: Stabilizing blood sugar levels with Glitame-M 1000 Tablet helps boost energy levels and supports overall well-being in those managing diabetes.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Glitame-M 1000 Tablet helps your pancreas produce more insulin, effectively utilise insulin, and decrease the excess sugar that your liver makes.
  • It helps control the rise of blood sugar levels in your body after a meal. 
  • Glitame-M 1000 Tablet plays a vital role in controlling blood sugar levels and prevents serious complications of diabetes like eyesight loss (retinopathy), kidney (nephropathy), nerve damage (neuropathy), diabetic foot ulcer and delayed wound healing.

FAQs

Glitame-M 1000 Tablet is an antidiabetic medicine used in addition to diet and exercise to improve control of blood glucose (sugar) levels in adults with type 2 diabetes.

Glitame-M 1000 Tablet help to control the level of sugar in the blood. The substance vildagliptin works by making the pancreas produce more insulin and less glucagon. The substance metformin works by helping the body to make better use of insulin. This medicine has been shown to reduce blood sugar, which may help to prevent complications from your diabetes.

If you have symptoms like increased hunger, increased thirst, frequent urination (usually at night), unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, slow wound/sores healing, and frequent infections, contact doctor as it can be a condition of type 2 diabetes.

In case you feel that your blood sugar level is going down and you are feeling weak, immediately eat sugar candies or drink sugary beverages. It will help to balance the blood sugar level in your body. So, it is advisable to keep sugar candies with you.

No. Glitame-M 1000 Tablet is only prescribed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes also called as 'non-insulin-dependent diabetes'.

Type 2 diabetes is a common form of diabetes in which the blood sugar-lowering hormone called insulin produced by the body does not function properly. Due to this, the blood glucose level increases, and symptoms such as frequent urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger start. Diabetes, if left untreated or not treated properly, can cause long-term complications such as nerve damage, kidney damage, eye damage, foot problems, and also poses a high risk of developing heart diseases.

Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you to. Your doctor will check your progress to make sure the medicine is working and will discuss with you how long your treatment should continue. Do not stop taking Glitame-M 1000 Tablet unless your doctor tells you to.

The medicine should be swallowed as a whole with water. Do not crush, break or chew it.

Include a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains like brown rice, whole wheat, oats, barley, and quinoa. Non-fat or low-fat dairy and proteins like chicken, lean meats, nuts, beans, tofu, lentils, eggs, fish, and turkey can also be included.

Do not stop taking Glitame-M 1000 Tablet on your own as it might cause an increase in blood sugar levels. Consult the doctor if you have any difficulty while taking the medicine.

Glitame-M 1000 Tablet contains two anti-diabetic medicines, Vildagliptin (DPP-4 inhibitor) and Metformin (biguanides) which help manage blood glucose levels.

Take Glitame-M 1000 Tablet as advised by the doctor. It can be taken in the morning and evening with or just after food. Taking Glitame-M 1000 Tablet with food helps lower the risk of stomach upset.

Glitame-M 1000 Tablet may cause side effects such as nausea, headache, shaking or quivering, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, joint pain, tiredness, constipation, and oedema.

Glitame-M 1000 Tablet may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose levels), which is characterised by dizziness, sweating, palpitations, hunger pangs, dry mouth and skin. Regularly monitor blood glucose levels and consume glucose tablets, juice or candy if you experience these symptoms.

Glitame-M 1000 Tablet may cause side effects such as nausea and vomiting. If you experience these symptoms eat smaller meals more often and avoid hard-to-digest food. Take small, frequent sips of water or any other fluids. Consult the doctor if the condition persists or worsens.

Glitame-M 1000 Tablet is contraindicated in people who are allergic to any of its components. It is not recommended for people with uncontrolled diabetes, ketoacidosis, severely reduced kidney function, severe infection, heart failure, or serious blood circulation problems.

Glitame-M 1000 Tablet should be stored at room temperature (below 30°C). Keep it away from the reach and sight of children.

Glitame-M 1000 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus, also known as noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.

Glitame-M 1000 Tablet may cause lactic acidosis (a very rare, but very serious side effect in which lactic acid builds up in the blood), particularly if your kidneys are not working properly. The risk of developing lactic acidosis is also increased with uncontrolled diabetes, prolonged fasting or alcohol intake, serious infections, dehydration, liver problems and any medical conditions in which a part of the body has a reduced supply of oxygen (such as acute severe heart disease). Consult the doctor if you notice symptoms of lactic acidosis like abdominal pain, vomiting, muscle cramps, difficulty breathing, reduced body temperature and heartbeat, and a general feeling of not being well with severe tiredness.

Glitame-M 1000 Tablet may interfere with the absorption of vitamin B12 leading to its deficiency on long-term use. Consult the doctor if you notice signs of vitamin B12 deficiency like pale/yellow skin, headache, fatigue, anaemia, and depression.

Yes, it is safe to use Glitame-M 1000 Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. Glitame-M 1000 Tablet has a good safety profile with robust glucose-lowering efficacy.