Triglaz H Forte Tablet

Introduction Triglaz H Forte Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medicine is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps in proper utilisation of insulin, thereby lowering the blood sugar levels. Triglaz H Forte Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It must be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. Overdose may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Some people may develop hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when this medicine is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or upon skipping a meal. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking it. Other common side effects of this medicine include nausea, taste changes, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, edema (swelling), blurred vision, bone fracture, and respiratory tract infection. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects. Uses of Triglaz Tablet Type 2 diabetes mellitus Side effects of Triglaz Tablet Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you?re worried about them Common side effects of Triglaz Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level) Nausea Taste change Diarrhea Stomach pain Headache Edema (swelling) Weight gain Blurred vision Bone fracture Respiratory tract infection How to use Triglaz Tablet Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Triglaz H Forte Tablet is to be taken with food. How Triglaz Tablet works Triglaz H Forte Tablet is a combination of three antidiabetic medicines: Glimepiride, Metformin and Pioglitazone. They work by different mechanisms to provide better control of blood sugar when single or dual therapy is not effective. Glimepiride is a sulfonylurea which works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood glucose. Metformin is a biguanide. It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines and increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin. Pioglitazone is a thiazolidinedione which further increases insulin sensitivity. Safety Advice Alcohol UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Triglaz H Forte Tablet. Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Triglaz H Forte Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. Breastfeeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Triglaz H Forte Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Monitor the breastfed baby?s blood sugar during treatment with Triglaz H Forte Tablet Driving CAUTION Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. Kidney CAUTION Triglaz H Forte Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Triglaz H Forte Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Triglaz H Forte Tablet is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine. Liver CAUTION Triglaz H Forte Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Triglaz H Forte Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Triglaz H Forte Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.