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Metglib RO

Composition for Metglib RO Products

Products for Metglib RO

Metglib RO 2mg/500mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹32.81
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About Metglib RO Products

uses

Uses of Metglib RO Products

Rosiglitazone+Metformin is used in the treatment of .
side effects

Metglib RO Products side effects

Common
Side Effects of Metglib RO are Nausea, Loss of appetite, Taste change, Stomach pain, Diarrhea, Edema (swelling), Weight gain, Bone fracture, Blurred vision, Respiratory tract infection.

How Metglib RO Products work

Rosiglitazone + Metformin is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines:

In Depth Information for Metglib RO Products

  • 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. 

Patient Concerns about Metglib RO Products

Frequently asked questions about Metglib RO Products

Q. What is Metglib RO 2mg/500mg Tablet used for?

Metglib RO 2mg/500mg Tablet 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 single diabetic medication such as metformin or pioglitazone alone.

Q. Can Metglib RO 2mg/500mg Tablet cause low blood sugar?

While Metglib RO 2mg/500mg Tablet 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.

Q. Who should not take Metglib RO 2mg/500mg Tablet?

Individuals should not take Metglib RO 2mg/500mg Tablet 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.

Q. What are the serious side effects of Metglib RO 2mg/500mg Tablet?

Serious side effects of Metglib RO 2mg/500mg Tablet 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 irregular heartbeat.

Q. What precautions should elderly patients take with Metglib RO 2mg/500mg Tablet?

Older adults should use Metglib RO 2mg/500mg Tablet 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.

Q. What should I do before surgery or any body scans?

Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Metglib RO 2mg/500mg Tablet 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.
Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 12th Sep 2022.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.