Glimet DS Tablet 10's

Take Glimet DS Tablet as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Glimet DS Tablet should be taken preferably with a meal, as it lowers the blood sugar levels and causes gastrointestinal side effects. Follow your doctor’s instructions.

Glimet DS Tablet contains two anti-diabetic drugs, namely Glipizide and Metformin, as its active ingredients.

Glimet DS Tablet may cause side effects such as low blood sugar, nausea, indigestion, headache, diarrhoea, stomach pain, or blurred vision. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Yes, the use of Glimet DS Tablet can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Symptoms of hypoglycemia include hunger, dizziness, sweating, headache, nausea, irritability, fast heart rate and feeling anxious or shaky. It occurs more frequently if you miss or delay meals, over-exercise, drink alcohol, or take other antidiabetic medication along with it. Therefore, it is important to regularly monitor blood sugar levels. Always carry some fruit juice, honey or glucose tablets with you.

Yes, the use of Glimet DS Tablet can cause lactic acidosis. It is a medical emergency which occurs due to increased levels of lactic acid in the blood. It is also known as MALA (Metformin associated lactic acidosis). It is a rare side effect associated with the metformin and thus, it is contraindicated in patients with underlying kidney disease, elderly patients or who consume large amounts of alcohol. Symptoms of lactic acidosis may include muscle pain or weakness, feeling of cold in arms and legs, dizziness, tiredness, difficulty in breathing, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting or slow heart rate. If you experience these symptoms, stop taking Glimet DS Tablet and consult your doctor immediately.

Yes, long term use of Glimet DS Tablet can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. It interferes with absorption of Vitamin B12 in the stomach. If untreated, it may cause nerve problems and anemia and the patient may feel numbness and tingling sensation in the hands and feet, urinary problems, weakness, change in mental status and difficulty in maintaining balance (ataxia). To prevent such problems, some researchers recommend an intake of Vitamin B12 from external sources at least once a year.

Glimet DS Tablet is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to any of its components or excipients. Also, it should be avoided in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease and in patients with underlying metabolic acidosis including diabetic ketoacidosis.

No, you are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Glimet DS Tablet , as it may lower blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and increase the risk of lactic acidosis.

Store Glimet DS Tablet at room temperature protected from moisture. Keep it out of reach of children.

It is recommended to take a doctor’s advice if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before taking Glimet DS Tablet .

Glimet DS Tablet overdose can result in serious complications such as hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) or lactic acidosis. Hence, if you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.

No, do not split or crush Glimet DS Tablet . Swallow it as whole with a glass of water.