Glizid-MV Tablet

Glizid Mv Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It contains metformin, gliclazide, and voglibose as its active components. This medicine should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed.

Before starting Glizid Mv Tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose may include low blood sugar level, stomach discomfort, diarrhoea, and fits. Seek urgent medical attention in case of an overdose.

Missed a Dose

• If you missed any dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember.
• However, if it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
• Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Glizid Mv Tablet works by the combined action of metformin, gliclazide and voglibose. Metformin works by decreasing the amount of glucose absorbed from the intestine, lowering the amount of sugar created by the liver, and facilitating the entry of sugar into the cells. The pancreas has Beta cells that are responsible for the production of insulin. Gliclazide works by increasing those beta cells, thus producing more insulin, thus helping in lowering blood sugar. Voglibose delays digestion and absorption of carbohydrates in the intestines and thereby prevents a spike in blood glucose levels that occur after a meal.

Directions for Use

• Glizid Mv Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
• It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
• You should not consume more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Glizid Mv Tablet during pregnancy?

• Consult your doctor before taking Glizid Mv Tablet as limited safety information is available in pregnant women.
• If you get pregnant while on treatment, immediately contact your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Glizid Mv Tablet while breastfeeding?

It is advisable to not breastfeed if you are taking Glizid Mv Tablet, as its components pass into breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Glizid Mv Tablet?

• While on treatment with Glizid Mv Tablet, there are chances your blood sugar can fall and you may experience dizziness, unconsciousness, confusion, and increased sweating.
• So, in this case, you should take extra care when driving.
• Keep a juice or chocolate handy while driving, in case you start experiencing any of these, immediately have it.
• Do not consume sugar-free during such episodes.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Glizid Mv Tablet?

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glizid Mv Tablet as it affects your blood sugar.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys
• You have a fever, stress trauma or any kind of infection
• You are scheduled to undergo any major surgery
• You have experienced any allergic reaction
• You have low blood sugar
• You are suffering from dehydration
• You experience muscle pain, stomach pain, vomiting, breathing difficulty, and low body temperature. This could be a serious condition known as lactic acidosis.
• You are an elderly person
• You consume alcohol in excess regularly

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to any of the other ingredients of Glizid Mv Tablet.
• If you have problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys
• If you have uncontrolled diabetes or type 1 diabetes
• If you have diabetic pre-coma or coma
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you are taking miconazole to treat fungal infections
• If you have any severe infection
• If you are suffering from dehydration
• If you have severe infections or GI tract obstruction
• If you consume alcohol regularly

Side effects

• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Constipation
• Indigestion
• Skin rash
• Low blood sugar level
• Increased liver enzymes

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Glizid Mv Tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking medicines to treat heart problems, psychiatric illness, tuberculosis, fits are taking blood thinners, water pills, or oral contraceptives.
• Also inform your doctor if you are taking medicines containing cimetidine, digoxin, morphine, quinidine, ranitidine, captopril, enalapril, isocarboxazid, phenelzine, clofibrate, gemfibrozil, epinephrine. Discuss with your doctor if you are unsure.

Storage and disposal

• Store in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
• Keep the medicine away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Glizid Mv Tablet used for?

Glizid Mv Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.

What is the composition of Glizid Mv Tablet?

• Glizid Mv Tablet is a combination medicine containing metformin, gliclazide, and voglibose as its main ingredients.