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Metformin + Gliclazide + Chromium

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Metformin + Gliclazide + Chromium Uses

Metformin+Gliclazide+Chromium is used in the treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus.

How Metformin + Gliclazide + Chromium works

Metformin + Gliclazide + Chromium is a combination of three medicines: Metformin, gliclazide and chromium. Metformin is a biguanide which decreases the production and absorption of sugar in your body and allows better use of existing insulin. Gliclazide is a sulfonylurea which works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood glucose. Chromium is a nutritional supplement which increases insulin sensitivity by protecting the integrity of insulin receptors and allowing effective binding of insulin. Together, they provide better control of blood sugar.

Common side effects of Metformin + Gliclazide + Chromium

Nausea1a, Taste change, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Headache, Respiratory tract infection
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Available Medicine for Metformin + Gliclazide + Chromium

Glim CSwiss Pharma Pvt Ltd
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Expert advice for Metformin + Gliclazide + Chromium

  • Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. 
  • Monitor your blood glucose level while taking this medicine.
  • It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
  • Carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety.
  • Your doctor may monitor your liver functioning. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms like abdominal pain, yellowing of eyes and loss of appetite. 
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. 

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