Uses of Ozomet PG 2 tablet (Glimepiride, Pioglitazone Hydrochloride & Metformin Hydrochloride (Extended Release))

Ozomet - PG 2

Uses :
Ozomet PG 2 tablet 15's belongs to the group of medications called 'antidiabetic agents' used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a chronic or life - long conditions in which blood sugar or glucose levels rise more than normal. It occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin (metabolizes glucose), or if produced it cannot function properly in the body.

Ozomet PG 2 tablet 15's is a combination of three medicines, namely : Metformin, Glimepiride, and Pioglitazone. Metformin acts by decreasing liver glucose production and intestinal glucose uptake. Glimepiride acts by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. Pioglitazone works by decreasing the amount of glucose released by the liver and also by improving the sensitivity of tissues towards insulin effects.

Medicinal Benefits :
Ozomet PG 2 tablet 15's contains metformin, glimepiride, and pioglitazone. Ozimet PG 2 tablet is given when single or dual therapy of hypoglycemic agents is not effective in diabetes patients. Metformin acts by decreasing liver glucose production and intestinal glucose uptake. Glimepiride acts by increasing the secretion of insulin by the pancreas. Pioglitazone works by decreasing the amount of glucose released by the liver and improving insulin sensitivity in muscle and fat.

Side Effects of Ozomet PG 2 tablet :

• Nausea (feeling sick)
• Vomiting (falling sick)
• Diarrhoea 
• Headache 
• Stomach ache 
• Respiratory infection 
• Weight gain 
• Sweating 
• Palpitations 
• Numbness 
• Vision problems 

Composition of medicines :

• Glimepiride,
• Pioglitazone Hydrochloride and
• Metformin Hydrochloride (Extended Release)

Glimepiride :
Glimepiride tablet lower blood sugar by causing the pancreas to produce insulin (a natural substance that is needed to break down sugar in the body) and helping the body use insulin efficiently. This medications will only help lower blood sugar in people whose bodies produce insulin naturally.

Metformin Hydrochloride :
Metformin Hydrochloride tablet help to control the amount of glucose (sugar) in your blood. It decreases the amount of glucose you absorb from your food and the amount of glucose made by your liver. Metformin also increases your body's response to insulin, a natural substance that controls the amount of glucose in the blood.