Duotrol 5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

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₹ 48.6
10 TABLET 1 Strip ₹ 48.6
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  • Manufactured by: Usv Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Glibenclamide (Glyburide) (5 mg) + Metformin (500 mg)

Duotrol 5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

10 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 48
10 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 48
627 people have bought this recently
  • Manufactured by: Usv Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Glibenclamide (Glyburide) (5 mg) + Metformin (500 mg)

Duotrol Information

Duotrol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Duotrol have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Duotrol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Duotrol include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Duotrol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Duotrol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Duotrol's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Duotrol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Duotrol related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Duotrol since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Duotrol contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Duotrol may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Duotrol is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Duotrol Benefits & Uses

Duotrol is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

  • Diabetes Type 2

Duotrol 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
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 1.25 mg glibenclamide and 250 mg metformin
Geriatric
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 1.25 mg glibenclamide and 250 mg metformin

Duotrol Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Duotrol safe for pregnant women?


    Duotrol rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

  • Is the use of Duotrol safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Duotrol. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

  • What is the effect of Duotrol on the Kidneys?


    Duotrol is not harmful for kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Duotrol on the Liver?


    Duotrol does not damage the liver.

  • What is the effect of Duotrol on the Heart?


    Duotrol is not harmful for the heart.



Severe Interaction of Duotrol with Other Drugs

Duotrol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Duotrol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Duotrol unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Duotrol

  • Is this Duotrol habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Duotrol is addictive.

Duotrol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Duotrol


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Duotrol together with food.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Duotrol


    Taking Duotrol with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glynase® PresTab® (micronized glyburide)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucophage® (metformin hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 275-276

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 825-826

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