Q. How does CARBOPHAGE G1 FORTE TABLET work? A. CARBOPHAGE G1 FORTE TABLET consists of two anti-diabetic medicines: Glimepiride and Metformin. Glimepiride lowers the blood glucose levels by increasing the amount of insulin release from the pancreas. Metformin lowers the glucose production in the liver, delays glucose absorption from intestine and increases bodys sensitivity to insulin.
Q. Does CARBOPHAGE G1 FORTE TABLET cause hypoglycemia? A. CARBOPHAGE G1 FORTE TABLET helps to lower your blood glucose to as normal level as possible. But sometimes it might cause hypoglycemia (lowering of blood glucose level than normal). Symptoms include fatigue, dizziness, profuse sweating, tachycardia (fast heartbeat), and vision disorders. Regular monitoring of your blood-glucose levels is advised while you are on this medication as hypoglycemia could be a side-effect of CARBOPHAGE G1 FORTE TABLET. Please consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the above side-effects.
Q. Does CARBOPHAGE G1 FORTE TABLET cure diabetes? A. CARBOPHAGE G1 FORTE TABLET helps in lowering the blood-glucose levels to normal, thereby treats diabetes. However, CARBOPHAGE G1 FORTE TABLET does not cure diabetes, it only helps in reducing sugar levels in blood. Research is in progress for the cure of diabetes.
Q. Does CARBOPHAGE G1 FORTE TABLET cause lactic acidosis? A. Yes, CARBOPHAGE G1 FORTE TABLET may cause lactic acidosis. However, it is a rare side-effect which is not necessary for all people to experience. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as persistent stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, difficulty in breathing, reduced body temperature and heartbeat as this might be an indication of a serious condition known as lactic acidosis (excess of lactic acid in blood).
Q. Can I stop taking CARBOPHAGE G1 FORTE TABLET on my own? A. No, one should never stop taking CARBOPHAGE G1 FORTE TABLET on their own. Discontinuing CARBOPHAGE G1 FORTE TABLET on your own might lead to rise in blood-glucose levels. Continue taking CARBOPHAGE G1 FORTE TABLET even though you feel better.