Gluconorm SR 500mg Tablet (Metformin 500mg)

Description

Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR is an anti-diabetic medicine used in the treatment of type 2 Diabetes mellitus (non-insulin-dependent). It helps in controlling blood sugar levels and prevents complications of diabetes such as blindness, kidney damage, stroke, and heart attack. The medicine helps in the production of insulin (a hormone that regulates sugar levels in your blood), which reduces the excess blood sugar levels in your body.

Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR shows side effects like headache, change in taste, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, weight loss, etc. This medicine can occasionally cause low blood sugar levels, the signs being sweating, dizziness, and shivering. To avoid these side effects, eat your meals on time and carry a sugar source (sweets or fruit juice) for immediate relief. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it. Alcohol should be avoided while using this medicine, as it can lower your blood glucose levels too.

Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR is recommended to be taken with food to avoid any stomach discomfort. Do not chew or crush the tablet. Take Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR as per the prescription. For the 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.

Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR should not be taken if you have type 1 diabetes (insulin-dependent), diabetic ketoacidosis (high amounts of acid in your blood), or severe kidney or liver problems. Inform your doctor about any history of heart problems before taking this medication. If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding, inform your doctor about that too. Your doctor may also recommend blood tests to monitor your blood sugar levels, blood cell count and liver function. You should maintain an appropriate lifestyle such as eating a high fibre diet, exercising regularly, and consuming less sugar-containing food/drinks.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR
Bigsens 500 MG Tablet SR
Zydus Cadila
Cetapin 500 MG Tablet SR
Sanofi India Ltd.
Glycomet 500 MG Tablet SR
Usv Ltd.
Insumet 500 MG Tablet SR
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Zoform 500 MG Tablet SR
Fdc Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR
Nausea and vomiting
Diarrhoea
Stomach pain
Loss of appetite
Weakness
Chest discomfort
Headache
Runny Nose
Heartburn
Swollen joints
Insomnia

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Uses of Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR

What is it prescribed for?
Type II Diabetes Mellitus
Type II Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a condition caused by excess blood sugar levels in your body. This is due to a decreased production of insulin (a hormone that regulates your blood sugar levels) and also your body’s poor response to insulin. G

luconorm 500 MG Tablet SR is used in type II Diabetes. It acts by removing extra glucose from your body through urine and also increases your body’s response to insulin.

When not to use?

Allergy
Do not take Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR if you have a history of allergies. Allergic reaction to this medicine is rare. Seek immediate medical attention, if you notice any symptoms like skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Metabolic Acidosis
Metabolic acidosis is too much acid in your blood. Do not take Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR if you have any such symptoms like headache, vomiting as it can worsen the condition.
Severe kidney disease
Avoid Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR should not be taken if you have any kidney troubles. This medicine is excreted through urine and taking this medicine while you have pre-existing kidney problems can worsen the condition of your kidney.
Type 1 Diabetes mellitus
Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR may not be effective in controlling your blood sugar level if you have type 1 Diabetes mellitus or insulin-dependent Diabetes mellitus. Insulin injections are required to treat such conditions.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR is usually not advised during pregnancy since it might have significant side effects on your foetus. However, your doctor may recommend a safer alternative with the same therapeutic effect depending on your clinical situation.
Breast-feeding
Taking Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR is considered safe if you are breastfeeding and will not affect your infant.
General warnings
Stress
Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR is not recommended to be used under stress-inducing conditions like fever, trauma, operations, accidents. Consult your doctor about continuing this medicine in such cases.
Diarrhoea
You may have (diarrhoea) loose stools when you initially start taking Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR. This usually subsides over time. However, if the problem persists for a longer duration contact your doctor immediately.
Severe liver disease
If you have liver troubles, take Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR with caution. This medicine is metabolised in the liver and taking it while you have a pre-existing liver problem can worsen your condition.
Use in children
Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use in children since the safety and efficacy data is not available.

Dosage

Missed Dose
If you forget to take a dose of Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR, make sure that you remember to take your next dose when it is due. Do not take two doses together to make up for a forgotten dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose of Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR. If you suspect that you have taken an overdose of this medicine, go to the nearest emergency medical department/ hospital.

General Instructions

Take Gluconorm 500 MG Tablet SR as instructed by your doctor. Your doctor may change the dose over time based on the therapeutic response and your clinical condition.
You should monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Always carry a sugar candy with you to counteract unexpected lowering of blood sugar levels.
Maintain a strict exercise and diet regimen for better results.