Glucofit 40mg Capsule

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Raptakos Brett & Co Ltd
Active Ingredient	Gliclazide (40mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Second-generation sulfonylurea derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI DIABETIC
Action Class	Sulfonylureas (Insulin Secretogogues)
User Rating	4.9
User Reviews	625

FAQ

Can you take metformin and Glucofit 40mg at the same time?

Yes, Glucofit 40mg and metformin can be taken at the same time but only if prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor may have prescribed taking the two together to control your uncontrolled sugar levels. However, taking the two together may cause low blood sugar which may also occur if you delay or miss a meal, exercise more than usual or take it with insulin. Follow the instructions given by your doctor strictly to avoid such complications.

What is the best time to take Glucofit 40mg?

Take Glucofit 40mg before meals or exactly as instructed by your doctor. There is evidence stating that Glucofit 40mg works best at controlling post meal high blood sugar levels when taken 30 minutes before breakfast. So, if you are supposed to take it once daily, take it in the morning with breakfast with a glass of water.

Is Glucofit 40mg bad for kidneys?

No, Glucofit 40mg is not harmful if your kidney function is normal. Any previous case of kidney problem should be informed to the doctor, so that the use of Glucofit 40mg can be assessed. This is done in order to analyze whether Glucofit 40mg can be given or not because it is principally excreted by the kidney. If you have kidney problems you will be started at a lower dose.

Is Glucofit 40mg the same as metformin?

No, Glucofit 40mg is not the same as metformin. Although both these oral medicines are used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, the way they work to reduce the sugar levels are different. While Glucofit 40mg acts by increasing the secretion of insulin by the pancreas, metformin acts by improving the functioning and effectiveness of the insulin already available in the body.

What if you forget to take Glucofit Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Glucofit 40mg, 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.

Glucofit 40mg Capsule Reviews

Glucofit 40mg is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It belongs to a group of medicines called sulfonylureas and helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. This helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness.

Glucofit 40mg may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. It should be taken with food. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to how it works.

Keep taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.

The most common side effects of taking this medicine include indigestion and stomach upsets. It can also cause low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia). Make sure you recognize the signs of having low blood glucose levels, such as sweating, dizziness, headache, and shaking, and know how to deal with it. To prevent this, it's important to have regular meals and always carry a fast-acting source of glucose such as sugary food or fruit juice with you. Drinking alcohol can also increase your risk of low blood sugar levels and should be avoided. Some people may find that they put on weight with this medicine.

You should not take it if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, if you have diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), or if you have severe kidney or liver disease. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease, thyroid disease, or some hormonal conditions. It may not be suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your blood sugar levels should be checked regularly and your doctor may also advise blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function.

How Glucofit 40mg Capsule Works

is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood sugar levels.

How to Use Glucofit 40mg Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Glucofit 40mg is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Glucofit 40mg Capsule

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus: Glucofit 40mg works by increasing the amount of insulin your body produces (in the pancreas). The insulin then works to lower your blood glucose level. It is usually taken once a day. You should keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed.Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.

Uses of Glucofit 40mg Capsule

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Glucofit 40mg Capsule Side Effects

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glucofit 40mg.

Liver ^CAUTION

Glucofit 40mg should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Glucofit 40mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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 ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Glucofit 40mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Glucofit 40mg is recommended.However, the drug is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney disease.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Glucofit 40mg 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.

Breast feeding ^UNSAFE

Glucofit 40mg is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Quick Tips

It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Glucofit 40mg affects you.
Take it shortly before or with the first main meal of the day (usually breakfast). Avoid skipping meals.
Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms, such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).