Important Information For Your Reference

1. Common side effects include: dizziness, stomach upset, increased appetite. For a full list of information
   Side Effects:
   

   Side Effects

   Apart from the list of Glucovance uses, there could be certain side-effects associated with the usage of the medication. Please refer to the list below:-

   
   

   1. GI disorders
   2. Visual disturbances
   3. Hypoglycemia
   4. Loss of appetite
   5. Taste disturbances

   
   

   While some these symptoms are more common, there are a few rare symptoms that could also occur. If you are feeling any other symptoms (whether it is mentioned in the above list or not), please consult with a doctor immediately. Please, consult with a doctor if you are having rashes or blurry visions. Report if you experience any other symptoms as the above list may not be exhaustive. These symptoms become more prominent as when one is undergoing a long term therapy with this medication.
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2. Do not take this if you are allergic to the medicine or its composition. If you're unsure, check with us or your doctor.
3. Severe allergic reactions such as severe rash, severe itchiness and fever, swollen throat, face, eyelids or lips can happen. Stop taking this medication and speak to your doctor immediately if you experience these symptoms. This reaction may start soon after you first take the medicine, or it might start later.
4. Other important information for pregnant women/children/elderly users, please
   
   Alcohol Warning (Not Advisable)
   

   Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s is known to have an effect similar to a drug called disulfiram, which is used to curb chronic alcoholism. It renders the patient being acutely sensitive to alcohol and feeling unwell.It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s. Alcohol intoxication can increase the risk of lactic acidosis particularly in case of fasting, malnutrition or hepatic impairment.

   
   Pregnancy Warning (Not Safe)
   

   Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s may be unsafe to use during pregnancy as animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus and human studies also showed some adverse effect. Therefore, please consult your doctor to discuss the benefits over the risks of taking sulfonylurea due to their chance of having too low blood sugar.Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s should be safe to use during pregnancy because either animal or human studies have not shown any adverse effects on the fetus, however, uncontrolled hyperglycemia in people with PCOS can increase the risk of congenital abnormalities and intrauterine death.

   
   Breastfeeding Warning (Not Advisable)
   

   Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s being excreted into the breast milk has not been made certain but the risk of having a baby with too low blood sugar cannot be excluded. Therefore, it isn't safe for breastfeeding.Limited human studies suggest that Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s does not represent a significant risk to the baby when used during pregnancy. In regards to limited data, please consult your doctor to decide on discontinuation of breastfeeding or Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s.

   
   Driving Warning (Generally Safe)
   

   Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

   
   Kidney Warning (High Risk)
   

   Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s requires dose adjustment for patients with mild to moderate kidney disease as it is partially excreted in the urine. Please consult your doctor. Patients with severe kidney disease are contraindicated from taking Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s.Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease, especially in patients with creatinine clearance less than 60mL/min. Patients with severe kidney disease has high risk to get lactic acidosis. Dose adjustment of Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s and regular check up to monitor renal function may be needed. Please consult your doctor before consumption.

   
   Liver Warning (Use With Care)
   

   Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s may require dose adjustments for patients with liver disease so please consult your doctor before starting Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s. However, patients with severe liver disease are contraindicated from taking Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s.Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s should be used with caution in patients with liver disease due to increased risk of lactic acidosis. Hence liver function test should be done before initiating Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s. Discontinuation of Glucovance 500/5mg Tablet 120s may be needed if there is deterioration of liver function. Please consult your doctor.

   
   
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5. Recommended dosage: Adult: Take dosage as directed by your doctor. Not recommended for children.