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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Gemer V 1 Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It acts by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. Thus, prevent the blood glucose levels from rising to very high levels and keeps your diabetes under control. It may cause certain common side effects such as hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose levels), taste change, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, and upper respiratory symptoms. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Synonym :

GLIMEPIRIDE+METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+VOGLIBOSE

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Gemer V 1 Tablet

Gemer V 1 Tablet is a combination of anti-diabetic drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic or lifelong condition that affects the way your body processes glucose. The blood glucose level increases and causes symptoms such as frequent urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger; hence, people with type 2 diabetes either do not produce enough insulin or, if at all the insulin is produced, it is unable to perform its function in the body (insulin resistance). 

Gemer V 1 Tablet is a combination of three antidiabetic drugs: Glimepiride, Metformin and Voglibose. Glimepiride, which is a 'sulfonylurea', acts by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. Together, these prevent the blood glucose levels from rising to very high levels, thus keeping your diabetes under control.

Gemer V 1 Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will decide for how long you need to take Gemer V 1 Tablet . Gemer V 1 Tablet may cause certain common side effects such as hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose levels), taste change, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, and upper respiratory symptoms. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time; however, if you experience these side effects persistently, consult your doctor.

Do not stop taking Gemer V 1 Tablet without consulting your doctor, as abrupt stopping may increase your sugar levels, which could further increase the risk of eyesight loss (retinopathy), kidney (nephropathy) and nerve damage (neuropathy). Gemer V 1 Tablet should not be taken if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus or severe kidney or liver disease. Please inform your doctor if you have any type of heart disease, are planning to get pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Uses of Gemer V 1 Tablet

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew or crush it.

Medicinal Benefits

Gemer V 1 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. Gemer V 1 Tablet prevents the blood glucose levels from rising to very high levels, thus keeping your diabetes under control. Gemer V 1 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), Gemer V 1 Tablet also helps to reduce your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. Being a combination of three drugs, Gemer V 1 Tablet  reduces the need to take multiple pills and hence makes it easier to remember to take the drugs.

How Gemer V 1 Tablet Works

Gemer V 1 Tablet is a combination of three antidiabetic drugs: Glimepiride, Metformin and Voglibose. Glimepiride, which is a 'sulfonylurea', acts by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. Together, these prevent the blood glucose levels from rising to very high levels, thus keeping your diabetes under control.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Gemer V 1 Tablet

  • Hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose level) 
  • Taste change
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Flatulence
  • Headache
  • Upper respiratory symptoms

What if I have taken an overdose of Gemer V 1 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Gemer V 1 Tablet as it may cause overdose resulting in mild hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). If you suspect you have taken overdose or have symptoms of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Some diabetic patients taking Gemer V 1 Tablet may develop a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis. In this condition, too much lactic acid accumulates in the blood. So, your liver and kidney's proper functioning is required for the elimination of excess lactic acid from the blood. You should not take Gemer V 1 Tablet if you have kidney disease, as measured by a blood test. Gemer V 1 Tablet may lower vitamin B12 levels, so try to have blood tests annually blood and vitamins. Gemer V 1 Tablet , when used with or without insulin, has the tendency to extremely lower the blood sugar level. So, the doctor may lower the dose of insulin. Gemer V 1 Tablet may lower your thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), so an annual check-up of TSH is suggested.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MetforminIodixanol
Critical
MetforminIofendylate
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MetforminIodixanol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gemer V 1 Tablet:
Co-administration of Iodixanol with Gemer V 1 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gemer V 1 Tablet with Iodixanol is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
MetforminIofendylate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gemer V 1 Tablet:
Co-administration of Iofendylate with Gemer V 1 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gemer V 1 Tablet with Iofendylate is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminMetrizamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gemer V 1 Tablet:
Co-administration of Gemer V 1 Tablet with Metrizamide together can cause the risk of lactic acidosis (when the body produces too much lactic acid ).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gemer V 1 Tablet with Metrizamide is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience headaches, muscle cramps or pain, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetforminIotroxic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gemer V 1 Tablet:
Co-administration of Iotroxic acid with Gemer V 1 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gemer V 1 Tablet with Iotroxic acid is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIopydol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gemer V 1 Tablet:
Co-administration of Iopydol with Gemer V 1 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gemer V 1 Tablet with Iopydol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIopromide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gemer V 1 Tablet:
Co-administration of Iopromide with Gemer V 1 Tablet can increase the risk of lactic acidosis.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Iopromide with Gemer V 1 Tablet is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
MetforminIocetamic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gemer V 1 Tablet:
Co-administration of Gemer V 1 Tablet and Iocetamic acid can increase the risk of lactic acidosis (when the body produces too much lactic acid).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gemer V 1 Tablet with Iocetamic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIoxitalamic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gemer V 1 Tablet:
Co-administration of Gemer V 1 Tablet and Ioxitalamic acid can increase the risk of lactic acidosis (when the body produces too much lactic acid).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gemer V 1 Tablet with Ioxitalamic acid is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIopanoic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gemer V 1 Tablet:
Co-administration of Iopanoic acid with Gemer V 1 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gemer V 1 Tablet with Iopanoic acid is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIodamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gemer V 1 Tablet:
Co-administration of Gemer V 1 Tablet with Iodamide may increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gemer V 1 Tablet with Iodamide is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Fill your half plate with starchy veggies, quarter with proteins and quarter with whole grain.
  • Eat at regular intervals. Do not take the long gap between a meal or snack.
  • Monitor your blood sugar level regularly, especially when there are a lot of fluctuations.
  • Invest in at least 150 min of moderate-intensity physical activity and 15 minutes of high-intensity exercise every week.
  • Lose weight gradually to achieve a healthy body mass index (18.5 to 24.9).
  • Replace refined carbohydrates-containing foods with wholegrain foods and increase intake of fruits and veggies and other fibre-enriched foods.
  • Reduce intake of saturated fat (or hidden fats) in the food like chips, crisps, pastries, biscuits and samosas. Choose omega-3 fatty acid-containing oils for daily cooking. For frying, you may use palm oil, mustard oil, groundnut oil, rice bran oil and safflower oil.
  • Do not take stress as it may elevate your blood sugar level. You may adopt stress management techniques like mindfulness, yoga or meditation to control stress-related blood sugar changes.
  • Opt for low-fat dairy products (low-fat yoghurt, fat-free milk and cheese etc.).
  • Keep your blood pressure as normal (120/80) as possible. As it reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases in diabetes patients.

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No

Therapeutic Class

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Taking Gemer V 1 Tablet with alcohol can cause hypoglycaemia and can also lead to a rare but life-threatening condition known as Lactic Acidosis. So, keep your doctor informed if you drink alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Caution

As the data around the use of Gemer V 1 Tablet in pregnant women is limited, the use of Gemer V 1 Tablet in pregnancy is restricted. It is highly recommended to consult your doctor before taking this drug in case you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

The name is not recommended during breastfeeding. However, your doctor may prescribe it for you during breastfeeding if he/she feels that the benefit to you outweighs the risk. You should not take Gemer V 1 Tablet without a doctor's advice.

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Driving

Caution

Gemer V 1 Tablet may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar levels) whose symptoms include unusual sleepiness, shivering, palpitations, sweating etc. This may affect your ability to drive. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.

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Liver

Caution

Gemer V 1 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor depending on your liver function tests.

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Kidney

Caution

Gemer V 1 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. Dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor depending on your kidney function tests.

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Children

Caution

Gemer V 1 Tablet is not recommended for children below the age of 18 years. The safety and effectiveness of Gemer V 1 Tablet has not been established in children due to limited evidence. So, only take Gemer V 1 Tablet if the doctor has prescribed Gemer V 1 Tablet .

FAQs

Gemer V 1 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. Gemer V 1 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 Gemer V 1 Tablet . Diabetics are advised to keep a quick source of sugar like glucose tablets, honey or fruit juice with them.

Gemer V 1 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 Gemer V 1 Tablet , it may be because of dehydration as Gemer V 1 Tablet can lead to loss of fluids. Increase intake of fluids, if even then you feel thirsty please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Sun House, Cts No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
Other Info - GEM0335

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