Product introduction
Olymprix M 500 is a prolonged-release tablet that combines metformin and teneligliptin, two oral antidiabetic medicines. It is prescribed to adults with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar needs more than one agent to stay in range.
Storage: Store below 30°C in the original tightly closed container, away from children and pets.
Uses of Olymprix M 500 Tablet PR
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Benefits of Olymprix M 500 Tablet PR
Using two medicines with different actions helps bring blood glucose down more effectively than either alone. Keeping sugar levels controlled over the long term lowers the risk of complications affecting the kidneys, eyes, heart and blood vessels.
Side effects of Olymprix M 500 Tablet PR
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Nausea.
- Vomiting.
- Diarrhoea.
- Constipation.
- Joint pain.
- Headache.
- Upset stomach.
- Low blood calcium.
- Low blood sugar (especially with insulin or sulfonylureas).
- Vitamin B12 deficiency with long-term use.
- Lactic acidosis (rare but serious).
How to use Olymprix M 500 Tablet PR
Swallow the tablet whole with water, usually with or just after a meal, as directed by your doctor. Do not crush, chew or break a prolonged-release tablet, and take it at the same time each day.
How Olymprix M 500 Tablet PR works
Metformin lowers the amount of glucose the liver releases and helps the body respond better to insulin. Teneligliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor that raises the body's own insulin-boosting hormones after meals, so the two together lower blood sugar through different routes.
Substitutes for Olymprix M 500 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
Alcohol raises the risk of low blood sugar and lactic acidosis, so it should be avoided.
This combination is not recommended during pregnancy. Your doctor will usually switch to a safer option such as insulin.
It is not recommended while breastfeeding; discuss alternatives with your doctor.
Blood sugar that runs too high or too low can affect alertness, so drive only when you feel well and your sugar is stable.
The dose may need adjusting in kidney disease, and it is not recommended in severe kidney impairment.
It should be avoided in people with liver disease.
Quick tips
- Take it regularly with a meal to reduce stomach upset.
- Do not crush or chew the tablet, as it is designed to release slowly.
- Watch for signs of low blood sugar such as sweating, shakiness and confusion if you also use insulin or other diabetes medicines.
- Keep up with your diet, exercise and regular blood sugar checks, as the tablet works best alongside them.
Fact box
| Chemical class | — |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | Anti Diabetic |
| Action class | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is Olymprix M 500 used for?
It is used together with diet and exercise to control blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Can I split or crush the tablet?
No. It is a prolonged-release tablet and should be swallowed whole so the medicine is released gradually.
Will it cause low blood sugar?
On its own the risk is low, but it can occur when taken with insulin or sulfonylurea medicines, so know the warning signs.
Does long-term use affect vitamin levels?
Long-term metformin use can lower vitamin B12, so your doctor may check your levels from time to time.