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Gluformin Xl 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Name: Gluformin Xl 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Overview

Gluformin Tablet contains Metformin as its active ingredient. It is an oral antidiabetic medicine belonging to the "Biguanide" class. Gluformin Tablet is used to lower the raised blood glucose levels in the blood when it is not being controlled by diet and exercise.

It decreases the absorption of the glucose from the intestine, thus lowering its production from the liver, resulting in increased utilization of the sugar by the body cells. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor, preferably after meals. Gluformin Tablet should not be used in children below 10 years of age.

Abrupt stopping of this medicine can result in increased blood sugar level and its complications. You may experience taste disturbance, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea while on this medicine. Mostly the side effects get resolved over a short time.

If it worsens, reach out to the nearest clinic or hospital.

Usage Instructions

Directions for Use

Gluformin Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Take 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 Gluformin Tablet during pregnancy?

Metformin is known to pass into breast milk, however, the amount is significantly low to cause any side effects. So, this medicine could be taken by breastfeeding mother only if prescribed by her doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Gluformin Tablet while breastfeeding?

Metformin is known to pass into breast milk, however, the amount is significantly low to cause any side effects. So, Gluformin Tablet could be taken by breastfeeding mother only if prescribed by her doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Gluformin Tablet?

Gluformin Tablet has no effect on ability to drive. Howevere, if you experience dizziness or decreases blood sugar level after taking this medicine, it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Gluformin Tablet?

Alcohol intake should be avoided when taking Gluformin Tablet as it increases the risk of lactic acidosis (acid-base imbalance).

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have lactic acidosis (acid-base imbalance) characterised by difficulty in breathing, abdominal pain, muscle cramps, dehydration.
You have altered kidney function.
You have heart disease such as heart failure.
You have planned surgery.
You have or are going to administered any contrast medium in the body
Gluformin Tablet should not be used in children below 10 years of age.

Dosage

Overdose

Overdose of Gluformin Tablet is associated with lactic acidosis presenting with symptoms of drowsiness, rapid breathing, severe vomiting, diarrhoea, irregular heartbeats. If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of this medicine, then contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of this medicine, then take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Gluformin Tablet works by decreasing the amount of glucose absorbed from the intestine, thereby lowering the production of glucose or sugar in the liver and increasing the absorption of sugar by the body cells from the blood.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is taking Gluformin Tablet alone sufficient for diabetes?

Gluformin Tablet is used with a proper diet and exercise program. Single drug therapy with metformin can be given in pre-diabetes or at the onset of diabetes. In a diabetic at a later stage insulin production itself becomes very poor and a drug from another group of antidiabetics needs to be added to control high blood sugar.

What should I tell the healthcare provider before I start treatment with Gluformin Tablet?

You must get screened for baseline Vitamin B12 levels, kidney and liver profile. Other factors like weight, body mass index (BMI), baseline blood sugar levels before starting the treatment should be noted.
You must share all the relevant medical and surgical history, your past and ongoing medicines etc. with your doctor.

What kind of food should I include in my diet?

A diet should be high in fibre, low in fat with adequate protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals.
Diet should include boiled, steamed, or baked food.
Ensure moderate use of edible oils (groundnut oil, olive oil).
Maintain the regular meal timings and try to have 2-3 healthy snacks between meals like soups and salads.

What should I avoid doing, being a diabetic patient?

Do not shop when you are hungry. You could be tempted to buy oil and fried food.
Avoid cream soups, carrot juice, deep-fried vegetables, vegetable curries with excess oil.
Avoid white bread, potato, noodles, corn flakes, biryani, naan, fried rice etc.
Avoid cheese, milkshakes, ice creams.
Try to avoid pork, beef, soft drinks, sugarcane juice, sweetened health drinks and beverages.

Is it necessary to continue exercising after starting Gluformin Tablet?

Gluformin Tablet for diabetes or decreasing the sugar level in one's blood is more effective when used in combination with regular exercises and a proper diet.

Will Gluformin Tablet reduce weight?

No, Gluformin Tablet does not reduce weight. It neither increases nor decreases the weight. You should continue to exercise and follow a diet while on this medicine.