GLUCORED FORTE TABLET is a combination of Glibenclamide and Metformin which belongs to the group of medicines called Antidiabetic agents. It is used in adults to manage type II diabetes mellitus along with diet and exercise.  

Type II diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease characterized by abnormally high levels of glucose in the blood. It is caused due to inadequate production of a hormone called insulin (produced by pancreas to metabolize glucose) in the body or if the body cannot utilize the secreted insulin properly.

Glibenclamide is a sulfonylurea. It reduces blood glucose levels by making the pancreas secrete more insulin. Metformin is a biguanide. It blocks the amount of glucose produced by the liver. It also reduces the absorption of glucose in the intestines and allows the body to utilize the circulating insulin.

Before taking GLUCORED FORTE TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any heart, liver, or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have any hormonal problems or if you are severely dehydrated, malnourished, starved, on an irregular diet.

GLUCORED FORTE TABLET is not suitable for use in patients with type I diabetes mellitus. Consult your doctor before taking GLUCORED FORTE TABLET if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

One of the most common side effects of taking GLUCORED FORTE TABLET is hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels) which can be identified by symptoms such as increased hunger, sweating, shakiness, weakness, or an irregular heartbeat. To avoid this, your doctor will periodically monitor your blood sugar levels and adjust the dose of GLUCORED FORTE TABLET accordingly.

You can also carry a sugary snack (such as biscuits, glucose drinks or sweet candies) along with you as a precaution and have them immediately if you experience any signs of hypoglycemia. However, consult your doctor if there is no improvement in your condition. Other common side effects of taking GLUCORED FORTE TABLET are headache, dizziness, nausea, weight gain and changes in taste. Contact your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.