Galvus OD 100mg Tablet MR

Uses:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Galvus OD 100mg Tablet MR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Directions For Use:

• Galvus OD 100mg Tablet MR should be taken at the same time every day since this helps you remember to take it.
• It may 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 hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
• Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Galvus OD 100mg Tablet MR affects you.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Galvus

• Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
• Tremors
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Nausea

Warning & Precautions:

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, or pancreas problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines you are taking may interfere with this medicine's working. So, make sure your doctor knows about all the other medicines you are using. Limit your alcohol intake while taking this medicine because it can increase your risk of developing low blood sugar levels. You may need regular tests such as kidney function and blood glucose levels to check that the medicine is working properly.

FAQs:

Q. When should I take Galvus OD 100mg Tablet MR?
You can take Galvus OD 100mg Tablet MR tablets before, with or after meals. If you have been prescribed to take this medicine once daily, then take it in the morning. In case you have to take it twice daily, then you should prefer taking the first dose in the morning and the second dose in the evening.

Q. Does Galvus OD 100mg Tablet MR cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, Galvus OD 100mg Tablet MR may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), but the chances are lesser as compared to other antidiabetic drugs. Evidence suggests that treatment with Galvus OD 100mg Tablet MR has been shown to cause hypoglycemia in very rare cases. The risk is low even in those who are prone to hypoglycemia like elderly people or people being treated with insulin. However, the chance of hypoglycemia increases if Galvus OD 100mg Tablet MR is taken along with other antidiabetic drugs.

Q. Does Galvus OD 100mg Tablet MR cause weight gain?
No, Galvus OD 100mg Tablet MR does not cause weight gain. Moreover, medicines, such as Galvus OD 100mg Tablet MR, are generally supposed to decrease weight since they act by increasing satiety (feeling of fullness) and delaying emptying of the stomach. This further decreases hunger, restricting the patient from eating more than required.