Brand Glycomet

Glycomet  is used to treat type 2 (noninsulin-dependent) diabetes. Glycomet decreases the amount of glucose you absorb from your food and the amount of glucose made by your liver. Glycomet increases your body's response to insulin, a natural substance that controls the amount of glucose in the blood.

How to use:
Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor first. Mostly you will be prescribed one 500mg Glycomet tablet 3 times a day, while the 850mg tablets are usually taken twice daily to give effective diabetes control. You should use Glycomet only as directed by your doctor.

Side effects:
If you have any of these symptoms, eat or drink a food or beverage with sugar in it, and call your doctor immediately; the side effects include:

• fast heartbeat
• sweating
• confusion
• vision problems
• shakiness
• dizziness
• numbness/tingling of the mouth
• fatigue

Precautions:
Consult your doctor if you had a history of heart, thyroid disease, or pituitary; any adrenal gland problems; hormone problems; or a severe infection. Tell your doctor about all kind of medications you are taking, as these may interfere with the ability of Glycomet to control your blood sugar level.