Product introduction
Glycomet-GP 1 Tablet PR combines two anti-diabetic medicines to help control blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. It is usually taken once a day with food, and taking it at the same time daily gives the steadiest effect. Keep taking it even when your sugar is well controlled, since stopping can put you at risk of complications. The tablet works best alongside a healthy diet, regular activity and weight management.
Storage: Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Uses of Glycomet-GP 1 Tablet PR
- Management of type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults
Benefits of Glycomet-GP 1 Tablet PR
This medicine helps lower blood glucose by boosting the body's insulin and reducing sugar released by the liver, and it is usually convenient to take just once a day. Steady sugar control reduces the risk of serious diabetes complications, including kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems and limb loss. For people already stable on separate glimepiride and metformin, a single combined tablet simplifies their routine.
Side effects of Glycomet-GP 1 Tablet PR
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Headache
- Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia)
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Altered taste
- Stomach pain
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Weight gain (in some people)
How to use Glycomet-GP 1 Tablet PR
Take this medicine in the dose and for the duration your doctor advises. Swallow the tablet whole with or after food.
How Glycomet-GP 1 Tablet PR works
The tablet contains two medicines that lower blood sugar in complementary ways. Glimepiride, a sulfonylurea, increases the insulin released by the pancreas. Metformin, a biguanide, reduces glucose made by the liver, slows glucose absorption from the intestines, and improves the body's sensitivity to insulin.
Substitutes for Glycomet-GP 1 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; it is not recommended in severe kidney disease.
Considered unsafe in liver disease and is best avoided; not recommended in severe liver disease.
Quick tips
- Continue your exercise, healthy diet and any other diabetes medicines as prescribed.
- Take it with food to help prevent an upset stomach.
- Check your blood sugar regularly and learn the signs of low sugar, such as sweating, dizziness, headache and shaking.
- Carry a fast-acting source of glucose in case your sugar drops.
- Avoid alcohol, tell your doctor before surgery, and report deep or rapid breathing, ongoing nausea, vomiting or stomach pain.
Fact box
| Chemical class | — |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | ANTI DIABETIC |
| Action class | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is Glycomet-GP 1 Tablet PR used for?
It is used to manage type 2 diabetes in adults, combining glimepiride and metformin to control blood sugar alongside diet and exercise.
Can this medicine cause low blood sugar?
Yes. Symptoms can include nausea, headache, hunger, sweating, dizziness, a fast heartbeat, anxiety and shakiness, and the risk is higher if you skip meals, drink alcohol or over-exercise. Keep a fast-acting sugar source handy.
Is alcohol safe with this medicine?
No. Alcohol can lower your blood sugar and lead to hypoglycaemia, and it can also increase the chance of lactic acidosis, so it should be avoided.
What are the warning signs of lactic acidosis?
Though rare, it is serious. Watch for muscle pain, dizziness, tiredness, cold hands and feet, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or a slow heartbeat, and seek medical help immediately.
Can long-term use affect vitamin B12 levels?
Yes. Long-term use may lower vitamin B12 and cause anaemia or nerve symptoms such as numbness and weakness, so your doctor may monitor your levels and suggest supplementation if needed.