Metaglip
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Brand name:
Metaglip
Pronounced: MET-ah-glip
Generic ingredients: Glipizide, Metformin hydrochloride
Why is Metaglip prescribed?
Metaglip is an oral medication used to control blood sugar
levels in people with type 2 (non-insulin-dependent) diabetes. It
contains two drugs commonly used to lower blood sugar, glipizide
(Glucotrol) and metformin (Glucophage). Metaglip replaces the need
to take these two drugs separately. It is prescribed when diet and
exercise alone do not control blood sugar levels, or when treatment
with another antidiabetic medication does not work.
Blood sugar levels are ordinarily controlled by the body's
natural supply of insulin, which helps sugar move out of the
bloodstream and into the cells to be used for energy. People who
have type 2 diabetes do not make enough insulin or do not respond
normally to the insulin their bodies make, causing a buildup of
unused sugar in the bloodstream. Metaglip helps remedy this problem
in two ways: by causing your body to release more insulin and by
helping your body use insulin more effectively.
Most important fact about Metaglip
Metaglip could cause a very rare--but potentially fatal--side
effect known as lactic acidosis. It is caused by a buildup of
lactic acid in the blood. The problem is most likely to occur in
people whose liver or kidneys are not working well, and in those
who have multiple medical problems, take several medications, or
have congestive heart failure. The risk also is higher if you are
an older adult or drink alcohol. Lactic acidosis is a medical
emergency that must be treated in a hospital. Notify your doctor
immediately if you experience any of the following:
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Symptoms of lactic acidosis may include:
Dizziness, extreme weakness or tiredness, light-headedness,
low blood pressure, low body temperature, slow or irregular
heartbeat, rapid breathing or trouble breathing, sleepiness,
unexpected or unusual stomach discomfort, unusual muscle
pain
How should you take Metaglip?
Do not take more or less of this medication than directed by
your doctor. Metaglip should be taken in divided doses with meals
to reduce the possibility of nausea or diarrhea, especially during
the first few weeks of therapy.
--If you miss a dose...
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