Product introduction
Glycomet-GP 2 Tablet PR combines two anti-diabetic medicines to help control blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. It is usually taken with food at the same time each day, with the dose tailored to your blood sugar response. Keep taking it even once your sugar is controlled, as ongoing treatment helps prevent long-term complications. The medicine works best together with a healthy diet, regular exercise and weight management.
Storage: Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Uses of Glycomet-GP 2 Tablet PR
- Management of type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults
Benefits of Glycomet-GP 2 Tablet PR
This combination lowers blood glucose by increasing the body's insulin and reducing the sugar released by the liver. Keeping levels steady reduces the risk of diabetes complications such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems and limb loss. For adults already controlled on separate glimepiride and metformin, a single combined tablet makes treatment more convenient.
Side effects of Glycomet-GP 2 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)
- Lactic acidosis (rare)
- Vitamin B12 deficiency (with long-term use)
How to use Glycomet-GP 2 Tablet PR
Take this medicine in the dose and for the duration your doctor advises. Swallow the tablet whole with or after food, keeping to a regular time for the best effect.
How Glycomet-GP 2 Tablet PR works
The tablet pairs two medicines with complementary actions. Glimepiride, a sulfonylurea, increases the insulin released by the pancreas. Metformin, a biguanide, lowers glucose produced by the liver, slows glucose absorption from the intestines, and improves the body's response to insulin.
Substitutes for Glycomet-GP 2 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 lead to hypoglycaemia.
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; regular kidney function monitoring is advisable.
Considered unsafe in liver disease and is best avoided.
Quick tips
- Keep up your exercise, healthy diet and any other prescribed diabetes medicines.
- Take it with food to help avoid an upset stomach.
- Monitor your blood sugar regularly and recognise the signs of low sugar, such as sweating, dizziness, headache and shaking.
- Carry a fast-acting source of glucose in case your sugar drops.
- Tell your doctor before surgery under general anaesthesia, and report deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting or stomach pain at once.
Fact box
| Chemical class | Sulfonylurea + Biguanide combination |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | ANTI DIABETIC |
| Action class | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is Glycomet-GP 2 Tablet PR used for?
It is used to manage type 2 diabetes in adults, combining glimepiride and metformin to control blood sugar alongside diet, exercise and weight management.
Can this medicine cause low blood sugar?
Yes. Hypoglycaemia is more likely if you miss meals, drink alcohol, over-exercise or take it with other diabetes medicines, so it helps to keep a fast-acting sugar source nearby.
What are the signs of lactic acidosis?
It is rare but serious. Warning signs include muscle pain or weakness, dizziness, tiredness, cold limbs, breathing difficulty, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or a slow heartbeat, and need urgent medical attention.
Is alcohol safe with this medicine?
No. Alcohol can lower your blood sugar and lead to hypoglycaemia, so it is best avoided while taking this medicine.
How should I store it?
Keep the tablets in their original pack, tightly closed and below 30°C, and follow the storage directions on the label.