Glura M XR Forte Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Glura M XR Forte Tablet Benefits & Uses

Glura M XR Forte Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Glura M XR Forte Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 50 mg sitagliptin and 500 mg metformin
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 50 mg sitagliptin and 500 mg metformin

Glura M XR Forte Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Glura M XR Forte Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Glura M XR Forte Tablet rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Glura M XR Forte Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Glura M XR Forte Tablet does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Glura M XR Forte Tablet on the Kidneys?

Glura M XR Forte Tablet can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Glura M XR Forte Tablet on the Liver?

Glura M XR Forte Tablet is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Glura M XR Forte Tablet on the Heart?

Information about safety of Glura M XR Forte Tablet for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Glura M XR Forte Tablet with Other Drugs

Glura M XR Forte Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Clozapine

Benazepril

Acetazolamide

Glura M XR Forte Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glura M XR Forte Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Pancreatitis
Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Glura M XR Forte Tablet

Is this Glura M XR Forte Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Glura M XR Forte Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Glura M XR Forte Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Glura M XR Forte Tablet only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Glura M XR Forte Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Glura M XR Forte Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Glura M XR Forte Tablet

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Glura M XR Forte Tablet with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Glura M XR Forte Tablet

Information about the interaction of Glura M XR Forte Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Glura M XR Forte Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Glura M XR Forte Tablet work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Glura M XR Forte Tablet works by decreasing the hepatic glucose production. It also works to lower blood sugar by increasing your sensitivity to insulin and decreasing the amount of glucose that is absorbed from the food you eat.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Glura M XR Forte Tablet cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Glura M XR Forte Tablet can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). However, this can also occur if you delay or miss a meal, drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, can't eat due to stomach upset, and taking other antidiabetic medicine with metformin. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia, always keep glucose-rich food with you.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Glura M XR Forte Tablet cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Glura M XR Forte Tablet can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Glura M XR Forte Tablet causes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) especially at night which can cause night sweats. Need to monitor your blood glucose level regularly, and talk to your doctor as your dose of Glura M XR Forte Tablet may need to be adjusted.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Glura M XR Forte Tablet safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Glura M XR Forte Tablet is safe to use, many people have side effects at first, they usually diminish and then go away completely in a few weeks. A few people find they cannot tolerate metformin, there are other drugs but metformin is usually the first choice. It is very safe

Question almost 6 years ago

What are the uses of Glura M XR Forte Tablet?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Glura M XR Forte Tablet is used with a proper diet and exercise program, to treat diabetes. It is also used with other medication to reduce the high blood sugar. It is used in a patient with type2 diabetes. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and cancer.