Debistal-Gm Tablet

This medication is used in treating patients suffering from type 2 Diabetes. It is for patients who cant control blood sugar levels through diet and exercise alone. Hence this drug is used to enhance the positive effects of diet and exercise on blood sugar.

It is also used in combination with other antidiabetic medicines. It is a type of sulfonylurea antidiabetic medicine, that helps the pancreas in releasing insulin thus helping reduce the blood sugar level. It belongs to a class of drugs known as sulfonylureas.

• Type 2 Diabetes

• Liver Disease

• Allergy

• Hypersensitivity

• Hypoglycemia

• Respiratory Tract Infection

• Nausea

• Bone Fracture

• Diarrhoea

• Blurred Vision

• Stomach Pain

• Weight Gain

• Headache

• Edema (Swelling)

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The medication remains active in the body for 3 to 4 days after onset of action.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect can be observed within 3 to 5 days of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is not recommended for women who are or may become pregnant.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is not recommended for women who are breastfeeding due to a risk of severe adverse effect to the infant.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Debistal-Gm Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Ozomet Pg 2 Mg/500 Mg/15 Mg Tablet

  Ozone Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• K Pio gm 2 Tablet

  Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd

• Pioplus 2Mg/500Mg/15Mg Tablet

  Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Glimkap PM 2 Tablet

  Karnataka Antibiotics & Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Glorimet Pg 2 Tablet

  Oaknet Life Sciences Private Limited

• Mpg 2 Mg/500 Mg/15 Mg Tablet

  Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Novapridep M 2Mg/500Mg/15Mg Tablet

  Organic Laboratories

• Gmr PM 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet

  Signova Pharma Pvt Ltd

• Piocon Gm 2 Mg/500 Mg/15 Mg Tablet

  Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Fordia PG 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet

  Pulse Pharmaceuticals

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dosage then the missed dose can be skipped.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  It is recommended to discontinue the medication and contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

This is a combination of three drugs that works differently. Firstly, it lowers the blood glucose by stimulating the release of insulin from pancreatic beta cells. Secondly, Metformin decreases glucose production in the liver, decreases intestinal absorption of glucose, and improves insulin sensitivity by increasing bodies glucose uptake and utilization. Lastly, Pioglitazone activates peroxisome proliferator activator receptor causing an increase in the production of components that breaks down lipids and glucose in the body. It also increases insulin response without effecting its secretion.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Clarithromycin

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Consult your doctor before taking this medication with a medicine containing Clarithromycin. Report the historic use of either of the drugs to your doctor without fail. The doctor can make suitable adjustments to the dosage with close monitoring of lipid levels and liver function.

  Atazanavir

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Report the usage of either of the medicine to the doctor so that suitable adjustment in dosage and constant monitoring of liver function can be done.

  Cyclosporine

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Report the usage of either of the medicine to the doctor so that suitable adjustment in dosage and constant monitoring of liver function can be done.

  Erythromycin

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Report the usage of either of the medicine to the doctor so that suitable adjustment in dosage and constant monitoring of liver function can be done.

  Azithromycin

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Report the usage of either of the medicine to the doctor so that suitable adjustment in dosage can be done. Safety parameters need to be monitored at regular intervals. Any symptoms like muscle pain, weakness and dark colored urine should be reported immediately.

• Interaction with Disease

  Liver Disease

  This medication should be given with extreme caution if you have active liver disease. The dosage has to be suitably adjusted and clinical monitoring of liver function is necessary. This medication should be discontinued if the liver function is abnormal even after reducing the dosage.

  Rhabdomyolysis

  Any incidence of a muscle disorder either active or historic should be reported to the doctor. The dosage needs to be very carefully adjusted in such cases. Clinical monitoring may be required in some cases. Any symptoms like muscle pain, weakness should be reported especially if it is accompanied by fever and unease.

  Cognitive Impairment

  This medication should be given with caution if you have any symptoms of memory loss, forgetfulness or confusion. The effects tend to go away once the use of statin is discontinued.

  Diabetes

  The doctor should be informed if you suffer from Diabetes. This medication should be taken with caution and close monitoring is required in such cases.

• Interaction with Food

  Grapefruit Juice

  Consumption of grapefruit juice should be avoided while you are on this medication. Signs and symptoms like muscle pain and weakness, fever, and chills, swelling of joints, skin rash, nausea, vomiting should be reported to the doctor.

• Ques : What is Debistal-Gm Tablet?

  Ans : This medication performs its action by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower blood glucose. Glimepiride is used to treat conditions such as Type II Diabetes Mellitus.

• Ques : What are the uses of Debistal-Gm Tablet?

  Ans : It is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Type II Diabetes Mellitus.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Debistal-Gm Tablet?

  Ans : Here are some side effects of this medication which are as follows: hypoglycemia, dizziness, headache, nausea, asthenia, flu-like symptoms, allergic skin reaction, elevated liver enzymes, anemia, etc.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Debistal-Gm Tablet?

  Ans : It should be kept in a cool dry place and its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : Should I use Debistal-Gm Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is to be consumed orally. The salts involved in this medication react properly if it is taken after having food. If you take it on an empty stomach, it might upset your stomach. Please consult the doctor before using this medication.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Debistal-Gm Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : There is no specific time duration of using this medication in which you can see improvement in your condition. The doctor will prescribe you the doses according to your condition. It is advised to consult your doctor while you are under the usage of medication, to analyze your improvement and tell whether to stop using Glimepiride or not.

• Ques : Is there any food or drink I need to avoid?

  Ans : There is no specific food product to avoid, under usage of this medication. It will be beneficial to keep your diet healthy and to ignore street food in order to avoid any kind of harmful bacterial intake. Also, it is advised to stay away from drinking and smoking to uplift your health.

• Ques : Will Debistal-Gm Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : Please follow the doses of the medication, as prescribed by your doctor. If you take more than the recommended doses of this medication, it may cause some side effects. It is advised to ask your doctor to re-examine your condition if the severity in the health is not reducing.