Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet is used in treating type 2 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) condition that affects the way our body processes glucose.

Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet contains Metformin and Glibenclamide. Metformin works by reducing the sugar production by cells in the liver and delaying sugar absorption from the intestines. Glibenclamide works by stimulating beta cells in the pancreas that produce insulin.

Sometimes, you may experience stomach pain, nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, headache or low blood sugar. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet is not recommended for children. If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet.

Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet is used to manage high blood sugar levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes. The detailed uses of Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet are as follows:

• Type 2 diabetes mellitus: Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet regulates blood glucose levels when diet and exercise are insufficient.
• Reduced glucose production: Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet lowers the sugar produced by the liver, hence maintaining normal blood sugar levels.
• Enhanced insulin sensitivity: Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet improves the body’s response to insulin, allowing for more effective glucose uptake.
• Diabetes complications: Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet reduces the risk of nerve damage, kidney disease, and vision problems associated with uncontrolled diabetes.

• Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet can be taken with food to prevent stomach upset.
• It is usually taken 1-2 times daily at the same time each day or as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, chew, or break it.

• Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults along with proper diet and exercise.
• It helps control high blood sugar levels and prevents diabetes-related complications such as kidney damage, vision problems, nerve issues, and heart disease.
• It contains Metformin and Glibenclamide to effectively lower elevated glucose levels.
• Metformin decreases glucose production in the liver and delays sugar absorption in the intestines.
• Glibenclamide stimulates beta cells in the pancreas to release more insulin, which helps remove sugar from the blood.
• It enhances the body’s response to insulin, leading to better blood sugar control.
• It helps reduce the risk of long-term complications related to uncontrolled diabetes.

• Do not take Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet if you are allergic to metformin, glibenclamide, or any other ingredient in Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet.
• Betrol Forte 5mg/500mg Tablet may cause ‘lactic acidosis’ (buildup of lactic acid in the blood), characterised by abdominal pain, muscle cramps, vomiting, severe fatigue, and difficulty breathing. It is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention.
• Inform your doctor if you have any severe liver or kidney problems, as their normal functioning is required to eliminate excess lactic acid from the body.
• Do not consume excess alcohol, as it increases the risk of lactic acidosis.
• Inform your doctor if you have any hormonal problems, infectious diseases, or glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase - G6PD deficiency (an inherited condition that causes the breakdown of red blood cells).
• Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines, including supplements or herbal products.