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Okamet GMP Tablet SR 10s
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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.
How Okamet GMP Tablet SR 10s works
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.
How To Use Okamet GMP Tablet SR 10s
- Follow the dose and duration as per your doctor's recommendation.
- Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water without chewing, crushing, or breaking it.
- This drug should be taken with food.
Special Precautions About Okamet GMP Tablet SR 10s
- Regular monitoring of blood glucose level is essential.
- It is recommended to go through regular liver functioning test.
- Disclose all the supplements, medications, and herbal products you are taking to your doctor.
Benefits Of Okamet GMP Tablet SR 10s
- Helps to eliminate extra glucose from body via urine.
- Helps to improve the body's response to insulin hormone.
- Helps to maintain the insulin level after having meals.
- Reduce the risk of developing any of the serious complications of diabetes.
Side Effects Of Okamet GMP Tablet SR 10s
- nausea
- diarrhea
- stomach pain
- respiratory tract infection
- headache
- bone fracture
What If I Missed A Dose Of Okamet GMP Tablet SR 10s
- If you missed a dose of this drug, take it quickly when you recall.
- However, if it is almost time for your next dosing schedule; you may skip the dose.
- Do not double up the dose.
Health And Lifestyle
Drug Interaction
- Anibiotics- rifampicin, tetracycline, and clarithromycin
- Antifungal drugs- fluconazole
- Oral antidiabetics
- Drugs used to treat gout- probenecid
Drug Food Interaction
- Alcohol
Disease Explanation
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.
Safety Advice for Okamet GMP Tablet SR 10s
- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
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.
Written By
Pranav ayush
MBA in Pharmaceutical
Content Updated on
Saturday, 14 December, 2024
