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GLIGO-P 30mg Tablet 14s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Pioglitazone:30mg + Glimepiride:2mg
- Manufactured by : Saffron Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Drug Strength : 30mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 14s
- Product SKU : dis_31959
Pioglitazone:30mg + Glimepiride:2mg | Oral hypoglycemics
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Manufactured / Marketed By : SaffronProduct Form : TabletPack Size : 14sIngredients : Pioglitazone:30mg + Glimepiride:2mgGeneric Category : Oral hypoglycemics
How it works
GLIGO-P 30mg Tablet 14s works by controlling high blood sugar which helps to prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for GLIGO-P 30mg Tablet 14s
- Hypoglycemia severe
- Bloody and cloudy urine severe
- Painful urination severe
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet severe
- Difficult and painful breathing severe
- Irregular heartbeat severe
- Weight gain
- Upper respiratory tract infection severe
- Headache
- Fracture of bones severe
- Severe muscle pain
- Loss of appetite
- Dizziness
- Asthenia rare
- Flu like symptoms
- Allergic skin reaction rare
- Elevated liver enzymes severe
Uses of GLIGO-P 30mg Tablet 14s
What is it prescribed for?
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Type II Diabetes Mellitus
This medicine is used along with an appropriate diet and exercise regimen to reduce blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 60 minutes of administration.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to GLIGO-P 30mg Tablet 14s , glimepiride, other sulphonamide derivatives, or any other inactive ingredients present along with these medicines.
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Heart Failure
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from a moderate to severe heart failure since it may worsen the patient's condition.
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Active liver disease
times This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with an active liver disease or ALT levels greater than 2.5 times the upper limit of normal since it may worsen the patient's condition.
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Bladder cancer
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with bladder cancer since it may worsen the patient's condition.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.
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Type I diabetes mellitus
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from Type I diabetes since it is not effective in treating such patients.
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Edema
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with edema due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
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Ovulation
This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased chances of ovulation in premenopausal anovulatory women. Adequate contraceptive measures are recommended for such patients to avoid an unplanned pregnancy.
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Fractures
This medicine may increase the risk of fractures in some patients. This risk is especially higher in female patients. Close monitoring of bone health is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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Use in pediatrics
This medicine is not recommended for use in children and adolescents.
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Antidiabetic agents
This medicine should be used with caution in patients taking other antidiabetic agents due to the increased risk of very low blood glucose levels. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels and appropriate dose adjustments may be required based on the clinical condition.
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Stress
Use of this medicine should be discontinued in patients exposed to stressful conditions such as a fever, trauma, surgeries, or accidents since it may not be effective in controlling blood sugar levels in these conditions. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered under your doctor's supervision.
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Photo-sensitivity
This medicine may cause allergic skin reactions on exposure to sunlight in some patients. Patients are advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing to avoid these reactions. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required if the reactions are severe.
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Change of medications
You may experience some temporary side effects if there is a change in the current medications used for diabetes mellitus. This overlapping effect is because of the change from one medicine to another. Close monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended in these cases.
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Cardiovascular diseases
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of cardiovascular diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of heart function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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Liver diseases
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver disease due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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Hypoglycemia
This medicine may cause hypoglycemia in some patients. This risk is especially higher in patients suffering from kidney diseases, malnourishment, pituitary gland diseases, etc. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments may be required based on the clinical condition. Your doctor may advise you to carry a sugar candy to counteract the effects of low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia).
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Kidney disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of kidney disease due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Diclofenac moderate
- Gatifloxacin severe
- Azole antifungal agents moderate
- Rifampicin moderate
- Colesevelam moderate
- Gemfibrozil severe
- Insulin moderate
- Aloe Vera moderate
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severe
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of congestive heart failure due to the increased risk of fluid retention and worsening of the heart failure.
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moderate
Use of this medicine is not recommended in patients having an active bladder tumor since it may worsen the patient's condition.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of liver impairment due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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moderate
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from anemia since it may worsen the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of kidney impairment due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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moderate
This medicine should be administered with caution in patients prone to having low blood glucose level episodes. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
General Instructions
Take this medicine as instructed by your doctor. It is advised to take this medicine with the first main meal of the day. Your dose is likely to change over time based on therapeutic response and clinical condition. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended during treatment with this medicine. You should always carry a sugar candy with you to counteract unexpected lowering of blood sugar levels. Do not change the dose or duration of use without consulting your doctor. This medicine will show better results if you maintain a strict exercise and diet regimen. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects.
Other details
- To be taken with food
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- webmd.com - Pioglitazone-Glimepiride [Internet]. Available from: https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-144978/pioglitazone-glimepiride-oral/details [cited 14/7/2020].
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