It is a combined drug that helps to control blood sugar levels. This medicine should be used regularly and along with it; one should maintain a good diet and exercise to bring the condition back to normal and lead a healthy life. Do not take this medicine when skipping a meal.
It should be used very cautiously in liver patients and regular monitoring is advisable to monitor the proper functioning of the liver.
It should be used very cautiously in kidney patients and regular monitoring is advisable to monitor the proper functioning of the kidneys.
One should avoid consuming alcohol while taking this drug.
Disturbance of sugar level in the body can impair driving ability, hence avoid driving unless you are fully alert.
It may be unsafe to take this medication during pregnancy.
Mothers who breastfeed their babies should not use this medication.
Glimepiride acts by elevating the amount of insulin released by the pancreas which helps to lower the levels of glucose in the blood. Pioglitazone is a thiazolidinedione that further increases insulin sensitivity. Metformin is a biguanide that decreases glucose production in the liver.
Type 2 diabetes mellitus refers to a medical condition that happens when levels of glucose increased in blood; this condition may also be known as hyperglycemia. This condition may arise due to two conditions either when the cells of the body does not respond properly to insulin or when the pancreas lack the production of insulin.
Yes, the use of Forson PG 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.
Before taking Forson PG 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.
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.
Yes, the use of Forson PG 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.
No, it is not safe to drink alcohol while using Forson PG. Drinking alcohol may lower your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). Also, it can increase the chances of lactic acidosis.
MBA in Pharmaceutical
Content Updated on
Sunday, 13 October, 2024Prescription Required
Simplify your healthcare journey with Indian Government's ABHA card. Get your card today!
Create ABHA