Glyciphage-P combines two powerful anti-diabetes medications for effective treatment of high blood sugar.
Type 2 diabetes stops your body from using insulin and results in high blood sugar levels. Order Glyciphage-P online and get it delivered at your door whenever you need it, on subscription.
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Glyciphage-P is a combination treatment for Type 2 diabetes. It contains two active ingredients called pioglitazone and metformin. It’s commonly prescribed when one of the active ingredients alone hasn’t been successful at lowering blood sugar or if you’re at higher risk of complications. The two ingredients work together to help your body make better use of the insulin it produces.
When taking Glyciphage-P you’ll need to monitor your blood sugar levels closely and keep your doctor informed about any changes. This is to make sure that the medication is working for you and to allow your doctor to make any changes to your dose or medication to ensure you’re taking the best treatment for you.
Glyciphage-P is also known by the brand names Glitatip M, Pioz MF, Nashnix, Pizorad M and Zipio M, all of these medicines work in the same way and contain the same active ingredients but the pills and packaging may differ in appearance.
How does Glyciphage-P work?
Type 2 diabetes occurs when your body becomes resistant to the insulin that you need to process sugar. Insulin is used to carry the sugar around the body via the blood where it’s either used by organs such as the lung and brains or stored as fat. If your body’s insulin is not effective at doing this, the level of sugar in your blood rises and this causes the effects that you associate with high blood sugar levels.
Glyciphage-P contains metformin. Metformin works to reduce the amount of sugar that your liver releases into your blood and it also makes your body better at using the insulin in your body and so helps to reduce the level of sugar in your blood.
There’s also pioglitazone in Glyciphage-P. Pioglitazone belongs to a group of anti-diabetes drugs called thiazolidinediones, and it helps to make your body more sensitive to the insulin that it produces. This increased sensitivity makes it easier for the insulin to process sugar and reduces blood sugar levels and the effects of high blood sugar.
When used alongside a healthy, low carb diet and an active lifestyle, the two medicines that are combined in Glyciphage-P can reduce blood sugar levels. When taking the medication, it’s important to measure and record your blood sugar levels regularly so that you can see how well the medication is working for you.
What doses of Glyciphage-P are there?
Glyciphage-P comes in two dosage sizes.
Glyciphage-P 15 mg/500 mg tablet which contains 15mg of pioglitazone and 500mg of metformin.
Glyciphage-P 7.5 mg/500 mg tablet which contains 7.5mg of pioglitazone and 500mg of metformin.
Your doctor will usually prescribe the lower dose to begin with and after monitoring your blood sugar levels will suggest whether you need to increase the dose you take.
Glyciphage-P doesn’t suit everyone and your doctor may recommend a different treatment for you to try if this is the case. It may be that you’re better suited to taking the medicine’s active ingredients as separate treatments.
Your doctor will monitor your health and provide you with the options that are best for you.
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Always take your medication exactly as your doctor tells you to. You will usually be told to take Glyciphage-P:
whole with a glass of water
with a meal
If you have any questions when taking Glyciphage-P you should refer to the patient leaflet that comes with your medication. If you have further questions you can log into your Treated account and send us a message.
How long does it take for Glyciphage-P to work?
When taking Glyciphage-P you may notice a reduction in your blood sugar levels within one to two weeks. It can take two to three months for the medicine to reach its full effect. The amount of time that it takes to reduce blood sugar levels when taking Glyciphage-P can differ from person to person and is dependent on a range of factors. These factors include how high your blood sugar levels were before you started treatment, the amount of exercise you get and your diet.
Your doctor will monitor your blood sugar levels through regular testing and this will help to make sure that your treatment is working in the way you need it to. If your doctor isn’t happy with your progress they may suggest a change to the dose you take, or that you try a different medication.
What should I do if I make a mistake when taking Glyciphage-P?
If you forget to take a dose of Glyciphage-P, you should take it as soon as you remember. If it’s been more than 16 hours since you took your last dose, you can carry on as you normally would. Never take a double dose of Glyciphage-P.
If you take too much Glyciphage-P you should seek medical attention immediately. When seeing a doctor, take your medication with you so that they can see how much you’ve taken.
When we present you with stats, data, opinion or a consensus, we’ll tell you where this came from. And we’ll only present data as clinically reliable if it’s come from a reputable source, such as a state or government-funded health body, a peer-reviewed medical journal, or a recognised analytics or data body. Read more in our editorial policy
Glyciphage-P might not be suitable for everyone. Read the leaflet that comes with your package before you take it, and ask our doctor if there's anything you're not sure about.
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How is Glyciphage-P different to other diabetes treatments?
Answer:
Glyciphage-P differs from other treatments for type 2 diabetes because it’s a combination treatment. This means that it contains two active ingredients that work together to lower blood sugar levels.
This treatment is sometimes prescribed on its own and sometimes with other anti-diabetes treatments.
Your doctor will discuss your health and medical history with you and make a decision about the best course of treatment to help lower your blood sugar levels.
Is Glyciphage-P similar to any other treatments?
Answer:
Glyciphage-P is also available under different brand names such as Glitatip M, Pioz MF, Nashnix, Pizorad M and Zipio M. All these medications contain the same active ingredients and work in the same way, only the appearance of the pills and packaging of each medication differ due to branding.
Which dose of Glyciphage-P should I use?
Answer:
Your doctor will prescribe a starting dose after discussing your history, health and lifestyle with you.
It’s common to start on the lower dose of Glyciphage-P so that your doctor can monitor its effects on your blood sugar and make any amendments as needed.
Regular testing and discussion with your doctor will make sure that you’re taking the right medication and the right dose to suit your needs.
How effective is Glyciphage-P?
Answer:
Glyciphage-P is a very effective treatment for lowering blood sugar levels. Clinical studies show that the combined treatment is 63% effective. When used alone, metformin is 38% effective and pioglitazone is 46% effective. Studies also show that it does not carry any higher risk of adverse side effects than the individual medications.
Do I need a prescription for Glyciphage P?
Answer:
Yes. Glyciphage P is only available on prescription because a doctor needs to make sure that it is suitable for you to take. Your blood sugar levels also need to be monitored as you take your medication so that your doctor can see how effective it is and make any changes that they see as necessary.
Glyciphage P is often used when other treatments have not been successful at lowering blood sugar levels. It doesn’t work in the same way for everyone, and if it’s not suitable for you, your doctor will be able to suggest other treatments that may be more effective at lowering your blood sugar levels.
Why should I buy Glyciphage P online with Treated?
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With Treated, getting the medication that you need is quick and straightforward.
After engaging in a detailed discussion with one of our doctors you will start on a bespoke treatment plan and start taking your new medication.
Getting your medication is easy with Treated. Treatment is delivered straight to your door in discreet packaging. A hectic life filled with responsibilities doesn’t need to prevent you from taking the medication you need. Our easy to set up subscription service ensures that you never run out of the medication you need. Making your treatment work for you is easy as you can log in to your Treated account and change, pause or cancel your subscription at any time.
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Perez, A., Zhao, Z., Jacks, R. and Spanheimer, R. (2009).
Efficacy and safety of pioglitazone/metformin fixed-dose combination therapy compared with pioglitazone and metformin monotherapy in treating patients with T2DM. Current Medical Research and Opinion, 25(12), pp.2915–2923.
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