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Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR, Pack of 1 Tablet
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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It acts by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. Thus, prevent the blood glucose levels from rising to very high levels and keeps your diabetes under control. It may cause certain common side effects such as hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose levels), taste change, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, and upper respiratory symptoms. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Synonym :

GLIMEPIRIDE+METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+VOGLIBOSE

Composition :

GLIMEPIRIDE-1MG + METFORMIN-500MG + VOGLIBOSE-0.3MG

Consume Type :

ORAL

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Not Returnable

About Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR

Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR is an anti-diabetic medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic or lifelong condition that affects the way your body processes glucose. People with type 2 diabetes either do not produce enough insulin or, if any insulin is produced, it is unable to perform its function in the body (insulin resistance).

Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR is a combination of Glimepiride, Metformin and Voglibose which help control blood sugar levels. This medicine works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. You must continue following the diet and exercise recommended for you whilst on treatment with Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR.

Not everyone who is taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR will get these side effects. The most common side effect of Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR is hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels), characterised by dizziness, sweating, hunger pangs, dry mouth and skin, etc. Other side effects include changes in taste, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, and upper respiratory symptoms.

Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. For optimal results, it is recommended to take it at the same time each day. For better advice, your doctor will determine the appropriate dose, which can change quickly depending on your condition. Do not skip your meals, and also carry a form of sugar with you to prevent low blood sugar levels.

Avoid taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR if you are allergic to it. Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR should not be stopped even if you feel better without consulting your doctor, as sugar levels may change. If you stop taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR abruptly, it may increase your sugar levels, which could further increase the risk of eyesight loss (retinopathy), kidney damage (nephropathy) and nerve damage (neuropathy). Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR should not be taken if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus or severe kidney or liver disease. Please inform your doctor if you have any heart disease or are planning to get pregnant or breastfeed.

Uses of Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR

Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR is used in the treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus. The detailed uses of Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR are as follows: <br/>

  • Management of Type 2 Diabetes: Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR effectively controls blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes, regulating glucose metabolism and maintaining optimal sugar levels.<br/>
  • Enhanced Insulin Sensitivity: Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR improves the body's insulin response, facilitating glucose uptake and reducing insulin resistance.<br/>
  • Prevention of Diabetes-Related Complications: Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR helps to prevent long-term complications associated with diabetes, such as kidney damage, nerve damage, and vision problems.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR should be taken before meals or as advised by your doctor. • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication. • Swallow Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR as a whole with a glass of water. • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR contains Glimepiride, Metformin and Voglibose used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  • Metformin acts by lowering the glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from the intestines and increasing the body's response to insulin.
  • Voglibose prevents the breakdown of complex sugars into simple sugars such as glucose in the intestine.
  • Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR prevents the blood glucose levels from rising to very high levels, thus keeping your diabetes under control.
  • Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR also helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage (diabetic nephropathy), blindness (diabetic retinopathy), and loss of sensation in your hands and feet (diabetic neuropathy).
  • Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR also helps to reduce your chance of having a heart attack or stroke.
  • Being a combination of three drugs, Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR reduces the need to take multiple pills and hence makes it easier to remember to take the drugs.

How Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR Works

Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR is a combination of three antidiabetic drugs: Glimepiride, Metformin and Voglibose. Glimepiride, which is a 'sulfonylurea', acts by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. Together, these prevent the blood glucose levels from rising to very high levels, thus keeping your diabetes under control.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR as it may cause overdose resulting in mild hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). If you suspect you have taken overdose or have symptoms of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR.
  • This medicine should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes or with diabetic ketoacidosis. Some diabetic patients, while taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR, might develop a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis (too much lactic acid accumulated in the blood) that can damage the working of your liver and kidneys, which are required for the elimination of excess lactic acid from the blood.
  • Before you start taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR, tell your doctor if you’ve ever had pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), kidney disease, or a low vitamin B12 level.
  • Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR, when used with insulin, may extremely lower the blood sugar level, leading to a hypoglycemic condition, which can be fatal.
  • Prolonged intake of Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR may lower your thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH); hence, an annual check-up of TSH is recommended.
  • In rare cases, you may also develop a serious skin reaction known as bullous pemphigoid that requires immediate medical attention.
  • It is always important to check for the expiry of the medicine. Discard the medicine if it reaches the expiry date.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MetforminIocetamic acid
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MetforminIopentol
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MetforminIocetamic acid
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How does the drug interact with Genericart Glimepiride+Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR:
Co-administration of Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR and Iocetamic acid can increase the risk of lactic acidosis (when the body produces too much lactic acid).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR with Iocetamic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIopentol
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How does the drug interact with Genericart Glimepiride+Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR:
Co-administration of Iopentol with Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR with Iopentol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIopanoic acid
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How does the drug interact with Genericart Glimepiride+Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR:
Co-administration of Iopanoic acid with Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR with Iopanoic acid is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIobitridol
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How does the drug interact with Genericart Glimepiride+Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR:
Co-administration of Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR and Iobitridol can increase the risk of lactic acidosis (when the body produces too much lactic acid).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR with Iobitridol is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction. Please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIomeprol
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How does the drug interact with Genericart Glimepiride+Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR:
Co-administration of Iomeprol with Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR with Iomeprol is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
MetforminIohexol
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How does the drug interact with Genericart Glimepiride+Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR:
Co-administration of Iohexol with Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR with Iohexol is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIopromide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Genericart Glimepiride+Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR:
Co-administration of Iopromide with Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR can increase the risk of lactic acidosis.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Iopromide with Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
MetforminIotroxic acid
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How does the drug interact with Genericart Glimepiride+Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR:
Co-administration of Iotroxic acid with Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR with Iotroxic acid is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIoglicic acid
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How does the drug interact with Genericart Glimepiride+Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR:
Co-administration of Ioglicic acid with Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR with Ioglicic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIofendylate
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How does the drug interact with Genericart Glimepiride+Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR:
Co-administration of Iofendylate with Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR with Iofendylate is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Fill your half plate with starchy veggies, quarter with proteins and quarter with whole grain.
  • Eat at regular intervals. Do not take the long gap between a meal or snack.
  • Monitor your blood sugar level regularly, especially when there are a lot of fluctuations.
  • Invest in at least 150 min of moderate-intensity physical activity and 15 minutes of high-intensity exercise every week.
  • Lose weight gradually to achieve a healthy body mass index (18.5 to 24.9).
  • Replace refined carbohydrates-containing foods with wholegrain foods and increase intake of fruits and veggies and other fibre-enriched foods.
  • Reduce intake of saturated fat (or hidden fats) in the food like chips, crisps, pastries, biscuits and samosas. Choose omega-3 fatty acid-containing oils for daily cooking. For frying, you may use palm oil, mustard oil, groundnut oil, rice bran oil and safflower oil.
  • Do not take stress as it may elevate your blood sugar level. You may adopt stress management techniques like mindfulness, yoga or meditation to control stress-related blood sugar changes.
  • Opt for low-fat dairy products (low-fat yoghurt, fat-free milk and cheese etc.).
  • Keep your blood pressure as normal (120/80) as possible. As it reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases in diabetes patients.

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Alcohol

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Taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR with alcohol can cause hypoglycaemia and can also lead to a rare but life-threatening condition known as lactic acidosis. So, keep your doctor informed if you drink alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

As the data around the use of Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR in pregnant women is limited, the use of Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR in pregnancy is unknown. Please consult your doctor for advice before using Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

The name is not recommended during breastfeeding. However, your doctor may prescribe it for you during breastfeeding if he/she feels that the benefit to you outweighs the risk. You should not take Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR without a doctor's advice.

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Driving

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Drive only if you are physically stable and mentally focussed, If you experience drowsiness after taking these medications you should not drive or operate any machinery or vehicles.

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Liver

Caution

Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney disease

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Children

Unsafe

Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR is not recommended for children below the age of 18 years as the safety and effectiveness of Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR has not been established in children due to limited evidence.

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FAQs

Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR is a combination of anti-diabetic drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus.

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.

Hypoglycaemia refers to low blood sugar levels. The symptoms of hypoglycaemia include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness. Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR can cause hypoglycaemia. Hypoglycaemia can occur if you miss or delay your food, drink alcohol, over-exercise or take other anti-diabetic medicine along with Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR. Diabetics are advised to keep a quick source of sugar like glucose tablets, honey or fruit juice with them.

Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR should be avoided in patients who are allergic to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. It should be avoided in patients suffering from moderate to severe kidney disease and in patients with underlying metabolic acidosis including diabetic ketoacidosis.

If you feel thirsty after taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR, it may be because of dehydration as Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR can lead to loss of fluids. Increase intake of fluids, if even then you feel thirsty please consult your doctor.

If you have been affected with diabetes, you should have a test of HbA1c once in three months.

Yes, long-term usage of Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR can cause vitamin B12 deficiency as it interferes with the absorption of vitamin B12 in the stomach. The symptoms can be managed by taking Vitamin B12 supplements as advised by your doctor.

No. Till date there is no clinical evidence that states that Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR affects fertility in either men or women.

Lactic acidosis is rare but life threatening condition when, there is too much of lactic acid build up in the bloodstream. Long term intake of Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR may lead to lactic acidosis when cells get deprived of the oxygen levels. Symptoms of lactic acidoisis includes burning sensation of muscle, muscle ache, fast breathing, nausea and stomach pain. Immediately contact doctor if you experience any of these symptoms when on Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR.

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

Follow a diet rich in fibre, low in fat with sufficient carbohydrates, protein, vitamins and minerals. Maintain the regular meal timings and try to have 2-3 healthy snacks between meals such as salads and soups. Use edible oils moderately and drink at least 8-10 glasses of water every day.

You are recommended to avoid white bread, maida, poori, naan, noodles, biryani, fried rice, carrot juice, soups, deep-fried vegetables, creams and vegetable curries with excess oil. Also, avoid mango, seetaphal, jack fruit, fruit salads with ice cream, and fruit-based desserts. Avoid overeating. Avoid shopping when you are hungry. You could be tempted to purchase oil and fried food.

Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR acts by encouraging insulin secretion from the β-cells of the pancreas and increase the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. Also, it helps to restore the body's proper response to the insulin it naturally produces.

The symptoms of diabetes include increased hunger, increased urine frequency, and increased thirst. To know the exact condition, your doctor may recommend blood tests, such as fasting blood glucose, post-meal blood glucose and HbA1C.

Store Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR at room temperature. Protect from light and moisture. Keep it out of reach of children.

Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR may cause side effects such as hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level), taste change, stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, and headache. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

No, it is not safe to take alcohol while taking Genericart Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose 1mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet SR as it may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) and can also lead to a rare but life-threatening condition known as Lactic Acidosis.

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Reference

  1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3919386/
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.594.pdf
  3. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.6048.pdf
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