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Glucophage XR Information
Uses
Glucophage XR is a biguanide-type medication that is
used along with a diet and exercise program to control
high blood sugar in diabetic patients. Glucophage XR
works by helping restore your body's proper response
to the insulin you naturally produce, and by decreasing
the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your
stomach/intestines absorb. Controlling high blood sugar
helps prevent heart disease, strokes, kidney disease,
blindness, and circulation problems, as well as sexual
function problems (impotence).
How To Use
Follow the directions for using Glucophage XR provided
by your doctor. SWALLOW WHOLE. Do not break, crush,
or chew before swallowing. TAKE GLUCOPHAGE XR with food.
DRINK PLENTY OF FLUIDS while taking Glucophage XR. CONTINUE
TO TAKE GLUCOPHAGE XR even if you feel well. Do not
miss any doses. Use this medication regularly in order
to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember,
use it at the same time each day. Glucophage XR may
come with a patient information leaflet. Read it carefully.
Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions
that you may have about Glucophage XR. STORE GLUCOPHAGE XR
at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20
and 25 degrees C), away from light and moisture. Brief
storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees
C) is permitted. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep
all medicines away from children and pets. IF YOU MISS
A DOSE OF GLUCOPHAGE XR, take it as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed
dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. DO
NOT take 2 doses at once.
Side Effects
Also see the BEFORE USING GLUCOPHAGE XR section. SIDE
EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include
metallic taste in mouth, nausea, stomach upset, or diarrhea.
If they continue or are bothersome, check with your
doctor. If stomach symptoms recur later (after you are
on the same dose for several days or weeks), tell your
doctor immediately. A late recurrence of stomach symptoms
may be due to a serious medical condition (lactic acidosis).
You may notice that part of the original tablet is passed
into your stool. This is normal and there is no cause
for concern. Glucophage XR usually does not cause low
blood sugar (hypoglycemia), but this effect may occur
if you do not consume enough calories (from food, juices,
fruit, etc.). The symptoms include chills, cold sweat,
dizziness, drowsiness, shaking, rapid heartbeat, weakness,
headache, fainting, tingling of the hands or feet, or
hunger. It is a good habit to carry glucose tablets
or gel to treat low blood sugar. If you are in a situation
where you don't have these reliable forms of glucose,
eat a quick source of sugar such as table sugar, honey,
or candy, or drink a glass of orange juice or non-diet
soda to quickly raise your blood sugar level. Tell your
doctor immediately about the reaction. To help prevent
hypoglycemia, eat meals on a regular schedule and do
not skip meals. Symptoms of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia)
include thirst, increased urination, confusion, drowsiness,
flushing, rapid breathing, or fruity breath odor. If
these symptoms occur, tell your doctor immediately.
Your medication dosage may need to be increased. IF
YOU EXPERIENCE difficulty breathing; tightness of chest;
swelling of eyelids, face, or lips; or if you develop
a rash or hives, tell your doctor immediately. Do not
take any more doses of Glucophage XR unless your doctor
tells you to do so. If you notice other effects not
listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Precautions
FOLLOW THE DIETARY PLAN provided by your doctor. KEEP
ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS (e.g., liver
and kidney function tests, fasting blood glucose, glycosylated
hemoglobin, complete blood counts) while you are using
Glucophage XR. Regularly check your blood or urine sugar
as directed by your doctor. BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY MEDICAL
OR DENTAL TREATMENTS, EMERGENCY CARE, LABORATORY TESTS,
OR SURGERY, tell the doctor or dentist that you are
using Glucophage XR. During times of stress such as
fever, infection, injury or surgery it may be more difficult
to control your blood sugar. Consult your doctor, as
a change in your medication may be required. LIMIT ALCOHOL
INTAKE while using Glucophage XR. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING
ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter,
check with your doctor or pharmacist. Caution should
be used in the elderly since they may be more sensitive
to the effects of this drug. FOR WOMEN: Glucophage XR
can cause changes in the menstrual cycle (promote ovulation)
in women with certain fertility problems, therefore
increasing the risk of becoming pregnant. Consult your
doctor or pharmacist about the use of reliable birth
control while using Glucophage XR. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING
PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and
risks of using Glucophage XR during pregnancy. IT IS
UNKNOWN IF GLUCOPHAGE XR IS EXCRETED in breast milk.
DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking Glucophage XR.
Drug Interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects
or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug
interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact
with each other.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms
of overdose may include rapid or trouble breathing,
severe drowsiness, and slow or irregular heartbeat.
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