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Glucotrol Mf Strip Of 10 Tablets

Name: Glucotrol Mf Strip Of 10 Tablets
Brand: GLUCOTROL MF
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Overview

Glucotrol Mf Tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine containing a combination of Glipizide and Metformin. It is used in treating type 2 diabetes mellitus. It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed.

It should be taken with or after having your food. Do not miss any dose or stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting Glucotrol Mf.

Usage Instructions

Directions for Use

Glucotrol Mf Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, with or after your meals.
Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Safety Information

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Glucotrol Mf Tablet during pregnancy?

Glucotrol Mf Tablet should not be used during pregnancy as it may cause harm to the unborn baby. In general, in pregnancy-related diabetes, insulin is preferred over any oral blood sugar-lowering medicines. It is essential to always consult a doctor before starting any medicine during pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Glucotrol Mf Tablet while breastfeeding?

Glucotrol Mf Tablet should not be used during breastfeeding as only limited information is available about its safety in lactating women. It is important to consult the doctor before using any medication while breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Glucotrol Mf Tablet?

Glucotrol Mf Tablet is known to cause low blood sugar levels, which can impair your driving ability.
Always keep sugar, juice or a bar of chocolate in your car while driving.
In case you experience any of the symptoms of low blood glucose levels like dizziness, drowsiness, visual disturbances and sweating, stop driving immediately and have sugar/ juice.
Do not consume sugar-free at such episodes.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Glucotrol Mf Tablet?

It is unsafe to consume alcohol while on treatment with Glucotrol Mf Tablet. Alcohol lowers blood sugar which can be dangerous and can also increase the risk of a serious condition called lactic acidosis.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You experience severe diarrhoea, vomiting, loss of body fluids.
You have problems with your liver or uncontrolled diabetes.
You suffer from dehydration.
You experience signs of low blood glucose like dizziness, weakness, rapid heartbeat, sweating, inability to concentrate.
You experience muscle pain, stomach pain, vomiting, breathing difficulty, low body temperature. This could be a serious condition known as lactic acidosis.
You consume alcohol on regular basis.
You develop a fever or infection.
You have problems with your adrenal or pituitary glands.
You are scheduled to have surgery or an operation.
You have a blood enzyme deficiency (glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency).
Stop taking this medicine for a short duration if you have severe vomiting or diarrhoea, fever, etc.
Glucotrol Mf Tablet is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years old.

Dosage

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, then contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

In case you’ve missed taking any dose of Glucotrol Mf Tablet, take it as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Avoid taking a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Glucotrol Mf Tablet works by the combined action of Glipizide and Metformin.
Glipizide works by stimulating the release of insulin from your pancreas, thus reducing blood sugar.
Metformin works by decreasing the amount of glucose absorbed from the intestine, lowering the amount of sugar created by the liver and facilitating the entry of sugar into the cells.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How to take Glucotrol Mf Tablet?

Glucotrol Mf Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, with or after your meals. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.

Should Glucotrol Mf Tablet be taken with or without food?

Your doctor may recommend you take Glucotrol Mf Tablet with or after having food.

What is the composition of Glucotrol Mf forte?

The composition of Glucotrol Mf forte includes a combination of glipizide and metformin, as its active component.

What are the side effects of Glucotrol Mf?

Vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, dizziness and altered taste are a few side effects of Glucotrol Mf. However, these symptoms are usually mild and resolve on your own.