Gvia M 50mg Tablets

Gvia M 50mg Tablets is a medication used to manage type 2 diabetes. It combines metformin and sitagliptin, which work together to control blood sugar levels. Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body doesn't produce enough insulin or can't use it effectively.

This leads to high blood sugar levels, which can cause serious health problems. Before taking Gvia M 50mg Tablets , it's crucial to inform your doctor about any existing health conditions, such as liver, kidney, or heart problems, high cholesterol, severe infections, or recent dehydration. Regular blood sugar and kidney function checks may be necessary while taking this medication.

Lifestyle changes, including a healthy diet, regular exercise, and quitting smoking, can enhance the effectiveness of Gvia M 50mg Tablets . Gvia M 50mg Tablets is not recommended for people with severe, uncontrolled diabetes, alcoholism, shock, or breathing or circulation problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting this medication.

Common side effects include low blood sugar, stomach upset, and various other minor issues. If these side effects become bothersome, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose include severe nausea or vomiting, pain in the stomach, muscle cramps, rapid breathing. If you have taken too much of this medicine then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine then take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Sitagliptin works by increasing insulin production by the body after a meal and decreasing sugar production by the body.
• Metformin works by restoring the natural response of the body to insulin and decreasing sugar production by the body.

Directions for Use

• Take Gvia M 50mg Tablets with food as prescribed by your doctor.
• Do not stop taking Gvia M 50mg Tablets on your own, without informing your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Gvia M 50mg Tablets during pregnancy?

Component of Gvia M 50mg Tablets can cause harm to the unborn baby if taken during pregnancy. This medicine should not be taken by pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Gvia M 50mg Tablets while breastfeeding?

Component of Gvia M 50mg Tablets can pass through breastmilk and can cause harm to the breastfed baby if taken by lactating mother. This medicine should not be taken by lactating mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Gvia M 50mg Tablets ?

Gvia M 50mg Tablets can cause dizziness or sleepiness. Avoid driving if you have dizziness or sleepiness after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Gvia M 50mg Tablets ?

Consumption of alcohol along with Gvia M 50mg Tablets can cause a medical condition called ' lactic acidosis' which can cause vomiting, pain in the stomach, breathing difficulty, tiredness, muscle cramps, decrease body temperature, decrease heartbeat. Avoid alcohol consumption while on this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have skin blister after taking this medicine.
• You have a fever, vomiting, loose motion, heat exposure, less fluid intake.
• You have vomiting, pain in the stomach, breathing difficulty, tiredness, muscle cramps, decrease body temperature, decrease heartbeat after taking this medicine.
• You have low blood sugar after taking other anti-diabetic medicines along with this medicine.
• You have type 1 diabetes mellitus.
• You are undergoing any surgery.
• Your doctor tells you that you have increase triglyceride level in your blood and you have gall stones.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to sitagliptin, metformin or any other ingredients of Gvia M 50mg Tablets .
• If you have severe kidney or liver disease.
• If your diabetes is not under control and you also have high blood sugar, nausea, vomiting, loose motions, rapid loss of weight, pain in the stomach, breathing difficulty, sleepiness etc.
• If you have dehydration or you have the presence of severe infection.
• If you have to go to do an x-ray or scan and dye is injected in your blood before doing the x-ray or scan.
• If you have a recent history of a heart attack.
• If you are a heavy alcohol drinker.
• If you are a lactating mother.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Metallic taste
• Flatulence
• Loose motion
• Constipation
• Stomach pain
• Loss of appetite

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Gvia M 50mg Tablets works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking other antidiabetic medicines.

Storage and disposal

• Store Gvia M 50mg Tablets at a temperature not above 30°C in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why Gvia M 50mg Tablets need to be taken with food?

Gvia M 50mg Tablets should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.

What precaution should I take if I have low blood sugar after taking Gvia M 50mg Tablets with other anti-diabetic medicines?

• If you have low blood sugar after taking Gvia M 50mg Tablets with other anti-diabetic medicines, you should eat sugar, honey, or candy, or drink fruit juice or non-diet soda to increase your blood sugar rapidly.
• Consult your doctor immediately if you have blurring of vision, sudden sweating, shaking, increased heartbeat, hunger, dizziness etc after taking this medicine or other anti-diabetic medicines.

What is the composition of Gvia M 50mg Tablets ?

The composition of Gvia M 50mg Tablets includes a combination of sitagliptin and metformin.

Does Gvia M 50mg Tablets cause weight gain?

No, Gvia M 50mg Tablets does not increase weight. It neither increases nor decreases the weight. You should continue to exercise and follow your diet while you are on this medicine.