Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR is a combination medicine that can control blood sugar better than a single medication. This medicine should be used along with a proper diet and exercise for best results. It should be taken with food to avoid upset stomach, and it may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) as a side effect. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while taking this medicine.

Uses of Glimfirst MP Forte Tablet SR

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Glimfirst MP Forte Tablet SR side effects

Common

Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level)
Nausea
Taste change
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Headache
Edema (swelling)
Weight gain
Blurred vision
Bone fracture
Respiratory tract infection

How to use Glimfirst MP Forte Tablet SR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR may cause stomach upset if taken empty stomach.

How Glimfirst MP Forte Tablet SR works

Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR is a combination of three antidiabetic medicines: Glimepiride, Metformin and Pioglitazone. They work by different mechanisms to provide better control of blood sugar when single or dual therapy is not effective. Glimepiride is a sulfonylurea which works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood glucose. Metformin is a biguanide. It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. Pioglitazone is a thiazolidinedione which further increases insulin sensitivity.

Glimfirst MP Forte Tablet SR related warnings

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR Taking pioglitazone with alcohol may affect blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Monitor the breastfed baby’s blood sugar during treatment with Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR

Driving

CAUTION

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.

Liver

CAUTION

Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Glimfirst MP Forte 1 mg/1000 mg/15 mg Tablet SR is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

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Expert Advice

Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety.
Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).

Patient Concerns

Questions Related to Glimfirst MP Forte

Sir/madam Diabetes type--Type-2 Diabetes Im taking 1 tablet in morning after TIFFIN. Tablet--GLYCOMET-GP2 FORTE. This 1 tablet sufficient as my Diabetes checkup results.& My liver Mildly enlarged this is my problem so pls expalin only 1 Tablet wii effect on any parts of my body Pls ExplainFBS-170 PPBS-190

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Diabetes Specialist

Need to examine and priscribe medicine for you.Without examine , can't priscribe any medicine in your case.so plz consult doctor near by or can visit our clinic

Type 2 diabetes since 10 years. Uncontrolled.Fasting 120. PP 192. Night insulin dose 18 unit mantis + amaryllis m2 forte. Morning- voglibose GM forte 2.+Israel 100 + losakar 25.

Dr. Ashwin Porwal

Diabetes Specialist

kindly check the name of medicinesi need complete history and printed reports of following cbc urine routine and microscopy serum creatinine hba1c fbs ppbs

I have type 2 diabetes. Need to know economic alternative for Jalra 50mg. Already following germe forte 2mg. Also need alternative for ivepred.

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Diabetes Specialist

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Having Type 2 Diabetes since last 16 years. As per my present medication I am taking one Glimaday Forte-3 1000mg in morning before breakfast and one at night before dinner. Stamace -5 one after BF for BP, range 140-94 . in afternoon one tenepride 20 and one Roustor gold for cholesterol and after dinner one multivitamin diataal and Basugine 20 count on my pen. Normal lifestyle, sitting job less physical activity , average sleep time 12.00-7.00am. Present blood sugar level 220 before BF and 300 after BF. Pl guide

Dr. Ashwin Porwal

Diabetes Specialist

your blood sugar levels are pretty highask your treating physician to increase your dose

I am talking amaryl forte 1mg morning Janumet 50 in evening. .can I take one brand to control my type 2 Diabetes.With these medicine sugar level remains below 125 bot h FBS and random.

Dr. Jagruti Shah

Diabetes Specialist

It is always advisable to do both BSF/PP OR post dinner to know sugars are contoled or not with may be 4 monthly HbA1C. If both values are in acceptable in controled range that is HBa1c lessthan 7 and BSF/PP between 100-140 and S. creat normal then it is advisable to continue same medicine and not change brands . Using two different group of medicines are more often to patients advantage.

I am suffering from type 2 diabetes my current sugar level BSF 166 and PP 225 currently i take amryl m forte 1 tablet once daily

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Diabetes Specialist

It is not good control.A person can control his or her sugar levels by regular exercise and walk or regular aerobic exercises at least 30 to 45 minutes per day.MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL THERAPY THAT IS TO MAINTAIN CALORIES INTAKE AS PER BMI .TAKE HELP OF DIABETIC EDUCATOR. VISIT YOU DOCTOR AND LOW ALL WHAT DOCTOR SUGGESTED.IN TIME ALL ROUTINE INVESTIGATIONS SHOULD BE DONE.you souls not treat it as disease but start of a healthy life.Uncontrolled sugar levels for long time leads to lower limb weakness which is neuropathy and which is followed by foot ulcers and other complications.online prescription is not allowed without seeing pt.so contact doctor nearby for any change or dose adjustment or visit my clinic at gurgaon sector 52 RdCity snergy multi speciality clinic near SRS MARKET

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FAQs

Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Glimfirst MP Forte?

No, it is not safe to drink alcohol while using Glimfirst MP Forte. Drinking alcohol may lower your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). Also, it can increase the chances of lactic acidosis.

Q. What should I inform the doctor before taking Glimfirst MP Forte?

Before taking Glimfirst MP Forte inform your doctor if you have congestive heart failure, kidney problems, liver problems, swelling of the back of the eye. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or a premenopausal woman. Let the doctor know if you are taking any prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

Q. Can the use of Glimfirst MP Forte lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency?

Yes, the use of Glimfirst MP Forte can cause vitamin B12 deficiency as it contains metformin in it. On long-term use, it interferes with absorption of vitamin B12 in the stomach.

Q. Can the use of Glimfirst MP Forte cause hypoglycemia?

Yes, the use of Glimfirst MP Forte can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level). Symptoms of hypoglycemia include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate and feeling anxious or shaky. It happens more often if you miss or delay your meal, drink alcohol, over-exercise or take other antidiabetic medicine along with it. So, regular monitoring of blood sugar level is important. Always carry some sugary item like a candy or chocolate with you.

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Glimfirst MP Forte?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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References

Glimepiride. North Harrow, Middlesex: Accord Healthcare Limited; 2008 [revised 24 Jul. 2014]. [Accessed 08 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Metformin hydrochloride oral solution. Gloversville, New York: Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 2003. [Accessed 08 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Pioglitazone hydrochloride. Wooburn Green, High Wycombe: Takeda UK Ltd.; 2000 [revised 13 Sep. 2018]. [Accessed 08 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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