Gibtulio 25mg Tablet is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control the high blood sugar levels seen in diabetes. This reduces the chances of serious complications of diabetes and also helps prevent heart disease. Gibtulio 25mg Tablet can be taken with or without food at any time of day but you should try to take it at the same time every day. The dose will be decided by your doctor. Do not stop taking it without asking your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and blindness. This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, frequent urge to urinate, increased thirst, urinary tract infections, and hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). It may cause the body to lose too much water. Hence, drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated and to overcome the medicine side effects. Some people may develop fungal infections in the genital area. Maintaining good hygiene can help prevent this. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a urinary tract infection or if you are on water pills (diuretics). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.

• Frequent urge to urinate
• Increased thirst
• Urinary tract infection
• Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar level) in combination with insulin or sulphonylurea

If you miss a dose of Gibtulio 25mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q. Q. What is the recommended method of taking Gibtulio 25mg Tablet??
  Ans: Take the recommended dose advised by the doctor. Gibtulio 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with water, preferably at the same time each day. For best results, it is important to stay on a diet and exercise program as directed by your doctor.
• Q. Q. Can I stop taking Gibtulio 25mg Tablet??
  Ans: No, do not stop taking Gibtulio 25mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. This can lead to a sudden increase in your blood glucose levels. Use the medicine strictly as per the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Never stop taking any medicine without consulting your doctor.
• Q. Q. Can Gibtulio 25mg Tablet be used with other diabetes medicine??
  Ans: Yes, Gibtulio 25mg Tablet can be used alone or in combination with other diabetes medicines. However, along with medicines, proper diet and exercise should be followed.
• Q. Q. Can the use of Gibtulio 25mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia (very low blood sugar levels)??
  Ans: Gibtulio 25mg Tablet on its own does not cause very low blood sugar. However, watch out for hypoglycemia if Gibtulio 25mg Tablet is taken along with other diabetes medicines such as insulin, sulfonylurea, or meglitinides.
• Q. Q. What is the significance of HbA1c test??
  Ans: Your doctor may ask you to get your HbA1c tested every 3 months. This test is done to see how well you have managed your blood sugar for the past 2-3 months.
• Q. Q. I am taking furosemide for high blood pressure, can I take Gibtulio 25mg Tablet with it??
  Ans: Gibtulio 25mg Tablet may cause excessive fluid loss or you may urinate more, resulting in dehydration. Since furosemide also causes fluid loss, taking it with Gibtulio 25mg Tablet, you may experience unusual thirst, lightheadedness or dizziness upon standing and fainting or loss of consciousness. Inform your doctor about furosemide before starting Gibtulio 25mg Tablet.
• Q. Q. If I forget to take Gibtulio 25mg Tablet, what should I do??
  Ans: If you have forgotten to take Gibtulio 25mg Tablet and next dose is due after 12 hours, take it as soon as you remember and take the next dose at usual time. If it is less than 12 hours until your next dose, skip the missed dose. Then take your next dose at the usual time. Do not take a double dose of Gibtulio 25mg Tablet to make up for a forgotten dose.

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