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Glucreta M 10/500 Tablet 10’s is composed of two antidiabetic medicines, namely: Metformin and Dapagliflozin. Metformin belongs to the class of biguanides and manages blood sugar levels, particularly in obese patients. It exhibits a nonpancreatic effect to reduce blood glucose levels without increasing insulin secretion. Dapagliflozin belongs to the class of gliflozins. It works by reducing blood sugar levels by eliminating excess sugars from the body through urine.

Take Glucreta M 10/500 Tablet 10’s as advised by your doctor. Some common side effects of Glucreta M 10/500 Tablet 10’s include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, weakness, runny nose, genital infection, dizziness, taste changes, and sore throat. Sometimes, Glucreta M 10/500 Tablet 10’s can cause side effects like lactic acidosis (a rare, but serious metabolic complication of excess lactic acid in the blood that is caused by metformin accumulation) and diabetic ketoacidosis (excess production of blood acids (ketones)). These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Caution:
Glucreta M 10/500 Tablet 10’s may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar); hence it advised to take healthy food with enough calories and avoid heavy exercises. Do not take or stop this medicine, if the doctor did not advise you to do so. Before starting Glucreta M 10/500 Tablet 10’s, let your doctor know if you have any medical history of heart, kidney or liver diseases, breathing problems, blood disorders, dehydration, alcohol use, low blood pressure, and yeast infection of genitals.

It is advised to avoid your alcohol intake while using Glucreta M 10/500 Tablet 10’s to decrease the risk of lactic acidosis. Glucreta M 10/500 Tablet 10’s is not recommended for use during the second or third trimester of pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Uses of Glucreta M 10/500 Tablet 10’s
Type 2 Diabetes mellitus.

Medicinal Benefits
Glucreta M 10/500 Tablet 10’s treats type 2 diabetes mellitus and contains Metformin and Dapagliflozin. Metformin is a biguanide and manages blood sugar levels, particularly in obese patients. It exhibits a nonpancreatic effect to reduce blood glucose levels without increasing insulin secretion. It is also known as an insulin sensitizer as it increases the effects of insulin.

Metformin is considered a unique antidiabetic drug since it does not cause hypoglycemia (lowered blood sugar levels). Dapagliflozin belongs to the class of gliflozins. It works by reducing blood sugar levels by eliminating excess sugars from the body through urine. Glucreta M 10/500 Tablet 10’s also reduces the risk of heart failure in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Glucreta M 10/500 Tablet 10’s may be advised with or without other medications along with diet and exercise to control blood sugar levels.

Directions for Use
Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it. Take it preferably with a meal since it lowers blood sugar levels and may cause gastrointestinal side effects. Your doctor may start the course with a low dose and gradually maintain an effective dose to achieve the required blood glucose control.

Storage
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Glucreta M 10/500 Tablet 10’s

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Headache
• Weakness
• Runny nose
• Genital infection
• Dizziness
• Taste changes
• Sore throat
• Lactic acidosis (build-up of lactic acid in the bloodstream) (rare)
• Diabetic ketoacidosis (a diabetic complication with excess blood acids) (rare)