Product Introduction
Diabetrol 5/500 Mg Tablet SR is a combination medication used to manage Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in adults. It contains Glipizide (5 mg), a sulfonylurea that stimulates the pancreas to release insulin, and Metformin (500 mg) in sustained-release form, which improves insulin sensitivity and reduces sugar production in the liver. Together, they help maintain normal blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications.
Uses of Diabetrol Tablet
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Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
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Blood sugar control in adults not controlled by diet and exercise alone
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Combination therapy in patients unresponsive to single-agent treatment
Benefits of Diabetrol Tablet
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Dual action for better glycemic control
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Reduces both fasting and post-meal blood glucose levels
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Helps prevent long-term complications like neuropathy, nephropathy, and retinopathy
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Sustained-release formulation provides extended glucose control
Composition:
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Glipizide – 5 mg
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Metformin Hydrochloride (SR) – 500 mg
Side Effects
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Nausea, vomiting, or abdominal discomfort
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Diarrhea or metallic taste
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Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), especially if meals are skipped
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Weight gain (due to Glipizide)
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Rarely, lactic acidosis (with Metformin)
Safety Advice
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Take with meals to reduce stomach upset
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Avoid alcohol as it may increase the risk of low blood sugar or lactic acidosis
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Regularly monitor blood sugar and kidney function
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Not recommended in Type 1 Diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, or patients with severe kidney/liver impairment
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Use during pregnancy/lactation only under medical advice
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Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
