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Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet
Manufactured byBayer Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsMetformin (500 mg) + Acarbose (50 mg)
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Description
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet is a combination Metformin and Acarbose. It is an anti-diabetic medicine used in the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (a condition in which your blood sugar levels are high because your body does not use the insulin hormone it makes properly to move sugar from the blood into the cells). This medicine works by decreasing the absorption of sugar from the intestine. It also improves the body’s response to insulin (a hormone that enables your body to use sugar) and decreases sugar production in the liver.
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet shows common side effects such as diarrhoea, stomach upset, low sugar level, nausea, headache, etc. These side effects usually subside with time. However, if they persist or worsen, consult your doctor for further assistance. Avoid driving vehicles or operating heavy machines while taking this medication, as it can cause dizziness. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it.
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take the medicine in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. For ease of remembering, take this tablet around the same time every day. Do not stop taking this medicine unless advised by your doctor, even if your sugar levels are normal. Abrupt discontinuation of this medicine may worsen your condition and/or lead to further complications.
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use if you have metabolic acidosis (increased acid levels in your blood), severe kidney problems, liver cirrhosis (scarring of the liver), or stomach and intestinal conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease (pain and swelling in the intestine), colonic ulceration (sores in the lining of the large intestine), partial intestinal obstruction (partial blockage of the small intestine in which the contents of the intestine cannot pass through it), or marked inability to digest or absorb food. Also, inform your doctor if you have other medical conditions and about your ongoing medications.
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver, heart, or kidney problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to the lack of safety and efficacy data.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet
Yellow colored eyes or skin
Abdominal pain
Flatulence
Nausea and vomiting
Diarrhoea
Hypoglycaemia
Lactic Acidosis
Weakness
Chest discomfort
Headache
Runny Nose
Heartburn
Swollen joints
Uses of Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Type II Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a condition that occurs due to excess blood sugar levels in your body. In type 2 diabetes, your body does not use insulin (a hormone that allows your body to use sugar for energy) properly to convert sugar to energy. Thus, this may increase the level of unused sugar in the blood. Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet is used to reduce blood sugar levels in type II diabetes.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time at which Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet starts showing its effect is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The time duration for Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet remains effective is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet as it may cause alteration in your blood sugar levels.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet should only be taken during pregnancy after discussing all the risks and benefits related to the medicine with your doctor.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Due to the lack of safety information, consult your doctor before taking Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet if you are breastfeeding.
Allergy
Avoid taking Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Gastrointestinal disease
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet is not recommended if you have stomach and intestinal conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease (pain and swelling in the intestine), colonic ulceration (sores in the lining of the large intestine), partial intestinal obstruction (partial blockage of the small intestine in which the contents of the intestine cannot pass through it), or marked inability to digest or absorb food.
Severe kidney impairment
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet is not recommended if you have severe kidney problems as it may worsen your condition.
Metabolic Acidosis and diabetic ketoacidosis
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet is not recommended if you have metabolic acidosis (increased acid level in the body) or diabetic ketoacidosis (excessive acids such as ketones in the blood that may occur due to diabetes).
Liver cirrhosis
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet is not recommended if you have liver cirrhosis, a condition in which the healthy cells of the liver are replaced by scarred tissues.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet should only be taken during pregnancy after discussing all the risks and benefits related to the medicine with your doctor.
Breast-feeding
Due to the lack of safety information, consult your doctor before taking Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Type I diabetes
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet is not recommended for the treatment of Type I diabetes (no production of sugar-regulating hormone i.e. insulin in the body).
Liver or kidney condition
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver or kidney problems as it may worsen your condition. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.
Congestive heart failure
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet should be used with caution if you have congestive heart failure (inability of the heart to pump a sufficient amount of blood) as it can worsen your condition.
Use in children
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet is not recommended in children below 18 years of age.
Use in elderly
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet should be used with caution in the elderly due to the increased risk of undesired effects.
Missed Dose
Do not miss the dose of Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet. In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet as it may cause alteration in your blood sugar levels.
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Disease interactions
Vitamin B12 deficiency
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet interferes with the absorption of Vitamin B12 in your body. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have vitamin B12 deficiency. Inform your doctor if you are taking vitamin B12 supplements before starting the treatment.
Hypoglycaemia
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause hypoglycaemia (abnormally low blood sugar level). Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Always carry a fast-acting sugar source (like sugar candy or fruit juice) to counteract the effects of hypoglycaemia.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not break, crush, or chew the tablet. Swallow it as a whole with an adequate amount of water.
Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed.
Your doctor may change the dose over time based on the therapeutic response and clinical condition. Do not discontinue the medicine without consulting your doctor, even if your sugar level is normal.
Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended during treatment with this medicine.
Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen.
Always carry a sugar candy with you to counteract the unexpected lowering of blood sugar levels.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Glucobay M 50 (500/50 mg) Tablet is a combination Metformin and Acarbose.
Metformin works by improving the body’s response to insulin (a hormone that enables your body to use sugar) and decreasing sugar production in the liver.
Acarbose works by decreasing the absorption of sugar into the blood from the small intestine by inhibiting the action of a chemical substance that converts carbohydrates to sugar.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Oral anti-diabetic combinations, Combination of oral biguanidies and alpha-glucosidase inhibitors
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 14 Sep 2022
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