Product introduction
Glycomet-GP 0.5 Tablet PR brings together two anti-diabetic medicines to help lower and steady blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. It is usually taken with food at the same time each day, and your doctor may adjust the dose based on your sugar readings. It is important to keep taking it even when you feel well, as good control protects against long-term complications. The medicine works alongside a healthy diet, exercise and weight management.
Storage: Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Uses of Glycomet-GP 0.5 Tablet PR
- Management of type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults
Benefits of Glycomet-GP 0.5 Tablet PR
This combination lowers blood glucose in more than one way, with glimepiride prompting the pancreas to release more insulin and metformin reducing sugar output from the liver. Keeping sugar levels controlled helps guard against complications such as kidney damage, eye problems, nerve damage and the risk of losing a limb. For people already taking glimepiride and metformin separately, a single tablet makes treatment simpler.
Side effects of Glycomet-GP 0.5 Tablet PR
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia)
- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Altered taste
- Stomach pain
- Weight gain
- Upper respiratory tract infection
How to use Glycomet-GP 0.5 Tablet PR
Take this medicine in the dose and for the duration your doctor advises, and check the label for directions. Swallow the tablet whole with or after food.
How Glycomet-GP 0.5 Tablet PR works
The tablet combines two blood-sugar-lowering medicines. Glimepiride, a sulfonylurea, increases the amount of insulin the pancreas releases. Metformin, a biguanide, lowers glucose production in the liver, slows how much glucose is absorbed from the intestines, and helps the body use insulin more effectively.
Substitutes for Glycomet-GP 0.5 Tablet PR
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
Avoid alcohol with this medicine, as it can lower blood sugar too far and raise the risk of lactic acidosis.
Not recommended in pregnancy because animal studies suggest a risk to the baby, though a doctor may prescribe it if the benefit outweighs the risk.
May be unsafe while breastfeeding, as limited data suggests it can pass into breast milk. Consult your doctor.
May affect driving if your blood sugar becomes too low or too high.
Considered unsafe in kidney disease and is best avoided.
Considered unsafe in liver disease and is best avoided.
Quick tips
- Keep up your exercise, healthy eating and any other diabetes medicines your doctor has prescribed.
- Take it with food to help avoid an upset stomach.
- Monitor your blood sugar regularly, as low sugar is more likely with missed meals, alcohol or other diabetes medicines.
- Let your doctor know before any surgery under general anaesthesia.
- Report deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting or stomach pain to your doctor promptly.
Fact box
| Chemical class | — |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | ANTI DIABETIC |
| Action class | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is Glycomet-GP 0.5 Tablet PR used for?
It is used to control blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes, combining glimepiride and metformin as part of a plan that also includes diet and exercise.
Should I keep taking it once my sugar is under control?
Yes. Diabetes is a long-term condition, and stopping the medicine can allow blood sugar to rise again, raising the risk of kidney, eye, nerve and circulation problems. Do not stop without your doctor's advice.
Can this medicine cause low blood sugar?
Yes. Hypoglycaemia is more likely if you skip meals, drink alcohol, over-exercise or take it with other diabetes medicines. Carry a fast-acting sugar source and know the warning signs such as sweating, shaking and dizziness.
Is it safe to drink alcohol while taking it?
No. Alcohol can push blood sugar too low and add to the risk of lactic acidosis, so it should be avoided.
Can long-term use lead to vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes. The metformin in this tablet can reduce vitamin B12 absorption over time, so your doctor may check your levels periodically.