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Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

GLIMEPIRIDE-2MG + METFORMIN-500MG + VOGLIBOSE-0.3MG

Uses:

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Medicinal Benefits:

Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet contains Glimepiride, Metformin and Voglibose. Glimepiride, which is a 'sulfonylurea', acts by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. Metformin, which is a 'biguanide', acts by lowering the glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from the intestines and increasing the body's response to insulin. Voglibose, which is an 'alpha-glucosidase inhibitor', prevents the breakdown of complex sugars into simple sugars such as glucose in the intestine. Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet prevents the blood glucose levels from rising to very high levels, thus keeping your diabetes under control. Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet also helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage (Diabetic Nephropathy), blindness (Diabetic Retinopathy), loss of sensation in your hands and feet (Diabetic Neuropathy), Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet also helps to reduce your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. Being a combination of three drugs, Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet  reduces the need to take multiple pills and hence makes it easier to remember to take the drugs.

FAQs

Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet is a combination of anti-diabetic drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus.
If you have symptoms like increased hunger, increased thirst, frequent urination (usually at night), unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, slow wound/sores healing and frequent infections, contact doctor as it can be a condition of type 2 diabetes.
Hypoglycaemia refers to low blood sugar levels. The symptoms of hypoglycaemia include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness. Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet can cause hypoglycaemia. Hypoglycaemia can occur if you miss or delay your food, drink alcohol, over-exercise or take other anti-diabetic medicine along with Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet . Diabetics are advised to keep a quick source of sugar like glucose tablets, honey or fruit juice with them.
Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. It should be avoided in patients suffering from moderate to severe kidney disease and in patients with underlying metabolic acidosis including diabetic ketoacidosis.
If you feel thirsty after taking Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet , it may be because of dehydration as Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet can lead to loss of fluids. Increase intake of fluids, if even then you feel thirsty please consult your doctor.
If you have been affected with diabetes, you should have a test of HbA1c once in three months.
Yes, long-term usage of Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet can cause vitamin B12 deficiency as it interferes with the absorption of vitamin B12 in the stomach. The symptoms can be managed by taking Vitamin B12 supplements as advised by your doctor.
No. Till date there is no clinical evidence that states that Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet affects fertility in either men or women.
Lactic acidosis is rare but life threatening condition when, there is too much of lactic acid build up in the bloodstream. Long term intake of Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet may lead to lactic acidosis when cells get deprived of the oxygen levels. Symptoms of lactic acidoisis includes burning sensation of muscle, muscle ache, fast breathing, nausea and stomach pain. Immediately contact doctor if you experience any of these symptoms when on Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet .
In case you feel that your blood sugar level is going down and you are feeling weak, immediately eat sugar candies or drink sugar beverages. It will help to balance blood sugar level in your body. So, it is advisable to keep sugar candies with you and consult a doctor immediately.
Follow a diet rich in fibre, low in fat with sufficient carbohydrates, protein, vitamins and minerals. Maintain the regular meal timings and try to have 2-3 healthy snacks between meals such as salads and soups. Use edible oils moderately and drink at least 8-10 glasses of water every day.
You are recommended to avoid white bread, maida, poori, naan, noodles, biryani, fried rice, carrot juice, soups, deep-fried vegetables, creams and vegetable curries with excess oil. Also, avoid mango, seetaphal, jack fruit, fruit salads with ice cream, and fruit-based desserts. Avoid overeating. Avoid shopping when you are hungry. You could be tempted to purchase oil and fried food.
Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet acts by encouraging insulin secretion from the β-cells of the pancreas and increase the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. Also, it helps to restore the body's proper response to the insulin it naturally produces.
The symptoms of diabetes include increased hunger, increased urine frequency, and increased thirst. To know the exact condition, your doctor may recommend blood tests, such as fasting blood glucose, post-meal blood glucose and HbA1C.
Store Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet at room temperature. Protect from light and moisture. Keep it out of reach of children.
Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet may cause side effects such as hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level), taste change, stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, and headache. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
No, it is not safe to take alcohol while taking Glimzen-Trio 2/0.3 Tablet as it may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) and can also lead to a rare but life-threatening condition known as Lactic Acidosis.