Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR
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Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medicine is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps in proper utilisation of insulin, thereby lowering the blood sugar level.
Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It must be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. Overdose may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Some people may develop common side effects like nausea, loss of appetite, taste changes, stomach pain, diarrhea, and edema (swelling). However, these are usually not bothersome. If these do not resolve or worry you, please consult your doctor.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.
Uses of Glitaris M Tablet SR
Benefits of Glitaris M Tablet SR
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. It also improves the body’s response to the hormone insulin, which is responsible for regulating blood glucose (sugar) levels in our body. The insulin helps to lower your blood glucose levels and prevents them from rising after taking meals. You should keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed.
Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
Side effects of Glitaris M Tablet SR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Glitaris M
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Diarrhea
- Edema (swelling)
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Urinary tract infection
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Sinus infection
How to use Glitaris M 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. Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR should be taken with or after food.
How Glitaris M Tablet SR works
Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines:
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CAUTION
Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR may affect your driving ability if your blood sugar becomes too low or too high. Monitor your blood glucose and avoid driving if affected.
Kidney
CAUTION
Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Use of Glitaris M 7.5 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.
Use of Glitaris M 7.5 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
Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Glitaris M Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
- Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
- It can 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).
- Inform your doctor if you notice weight gain, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat, or any abnormal swelling.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR
Once A Day
75%
Twice A Day
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What are you using Glitaris M Tablet SR for?
Type 2 diabet*
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*Type 2 diabetes mellitus
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What were the side-effects while using Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR?
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*No Side Effect
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*With or without food
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FAQs
What is Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR used for?
Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR is used to help control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. It works best when combined with a proper diet and regular exercise, especially in people who have not responded well to a single diabetes medication, such as metformin or pioglitazone alone.
Can Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR cause low blood sugar?
While Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR rarely causes low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) on its own, the risk increases if it is taken with insulin or other diabetes medicines. Symptoms of low blood sugar may include dizziness, sweating, or shakiness. Always carry a quick sugar source like glucose tablets or candy.
Who should not take Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR?
Individuals should not take Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR if they have heart failure, liver or kidney disease, bladder cancer, or a history of alcohol abuse. It is also not safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
What are the serious side effects of Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR?
Serious side effects of Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR may include lactic acidosis (a rare but life-threatening buildup of acid in the blood), fluid retention or swelling, fractures, or vision problems. Seek medical help immediately if you feel very weak, have muscle pain, trouble breathing, or an irregular heartbeat.
What precautions should elderly patients take with Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR?
Older adults should use Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR with caution, as they may be more sensitive to side effects like lactic acidosis, bone fractures, and fluid retention. Your doctor may adjust the dose carefully.
What should I do before surgery or any body scans?
Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Glitaris M 7.5 Tablet SR before surgery or any test using contrast dye (like CT scans), as it can temporarily affect kidney function and increase the risk of lactic acidosis. Your doctor will tell you when it is safe to restart this medicine.
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