Geminor M 1 Tablet PR 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 is working according to
your blood sugar levels.
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 effect of Geminor M 1 Tablet PR is
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. Other side effects that may be seen on taking this medicine
include taste changes, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, and
upper respiratory tract infection. 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. 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.