Question 1

What diet should I follow?

Accepted Answer

You can follow a diet high in fibre and low in fat with adequate protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals.

Question 2

What should I avoid being a diabetic patient?

Accepted Answer

Do not shop when you are hungry. You could be tempted to buy oily and fried food

Question 3

My blood sugar falls too often, what could be the reason?

Accepted Answer

Avoid skipping meals, fasting, too much alcohol intake, taking alcohol on an empty stomach and taking double dose

Question 4

What is the composition of Glycomet-GP 2?

Accepted Answer

The composition of Glycomet-GP 2 includes - glimepiride and metformin, as its active components.

Question 5

What is Glycomet GP2 used for?

Accepted Answer

Glycomet-GP 2 Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet, exercise and Glimepiride or Metformin alone are not able to control the blood sugar levels adequately.

Question 6

What is the dose of Glycomet GP 2?

Accepted Answer

The doctor will decide the specific dose for a specific duration depending upon the severity of the underlying condition. Please do not modify the dose or stop it before the prescribed duration, even if you feel better.

Question 7

How many tablets of Glycomet-GP 2 tablet should I take in a day?

Accepted Answer

The frequency of taking Glycomet GP 2 will be decided by your doctor based on your age, weight, current regimen, blood sugar level and its control along with comorbidities present. The regimen varies from person to person.

Question 8

Can I stop taking Glycomet GP 2 on my own?

Accepted Answer

No, you should not discontinue the treatment on your own. Keep taking this tablet even if your symptoms improve to help keep the disease under control, as advised by your doctor for the specified duration. Gradual weaning of the medication should be done to avoid adverse effects.

Question 9

How does Glycomet GP 2 work?

Accepted Answer

Glycomet GP 2 tablet is known to control blood sugar to a greater extent than metformin or glimepiride alone. Glimepiride lowers the blood sugar level, increasing the release of insulin hormones from the pancreas. Insulin moves sugar (glucose) from the blood into the cells. Metformin decreases the absorption in the intestine and the production of sugar by the liver. Both of these components are known to increase the insulin sensitivity of the body (allows the cells of the body to use blood glucose more effectively, reducing blood sugar).

Question 10

When should I take Glycomet-GP 2?

Accepted Answer

You should take Glycomet-GP 2 as advised by the doctor. It would be best if you take it during breakfast or the first main meal and not after food. Try to take the medicine at the same time every day.

Question 11

What is the difference between Jardiance Met 12.5/500 and Glycomet GP 2?

Accepted Answer

Glycomet GP 2 and Jardiance Met 12.5/500 work differently to control diabetes. Glycomet GP 2 contains glimepiride and metformin, whereas Jardiance Met contains empagliflozin and metformin. You should only take the medicine prescribed by your doctor, as it will be based on your diagnosis and medical conditions. Avoid self-medication.

Question 12

Gluconorm g2 vs Glycomet gp2, how do they differ?

Accepted Answer

Both Gluconorm g2 and Glycomet gp2 contain Glimepiride (2 mg) and Metformin (500 mg) and are used to treat Type 2 diabetes. Only take medication prescribed by your doctor, as it will be based on your diagnosis and medical conditions. Do not self-medicate.

Question 13

How is Glycomet GP 2 different from Istavel or Janumet XR?

Accepted Answer

Glycomet GP 2 contains glimepiride and metformin, while Janumet XR contain sitagliptin with metformin. Istavel contains only Sitagliptin. You should only take the medicine prescribed by your doctor, as the same shall be based on your diagnosis and medical conditions. Avoid self-medication.

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