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What Causes Hypoglycaemia After Switching From Glycomet To Glyciphage?

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Question : i was taking glycomate gp1 for atleast one year but for last few months i was advised glyciphage 500 +pioglar 15+Amaryl2mg thrice daily.Blood sugar is in control but last few days i am having hypoglecia and weight has increased suddenly.yesterday night sugar level dropped suddenly..And experiencing weakness.Please advise.
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Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal (6 hours later)
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I am Dr Mittal. I have read your message. I think I can help you.
I am assuming that the sugars were high and therefore the doctor changed your medicine.
However, in view of hypoglycaemia, I will suggest going back to the old medicines.
Monitor the sugars and let me know.
We may be able to suggest more with the sugar reports - the actual reports.
I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information contained in this message will be able to help you find the best solution for your problem. Best of luck. Dr Mittal.

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What Causes Hypoglycaemia After Switching From Glycomet To Glyciphage?

Brief Answer: Switch back and review Detailed Answer: Hi, I am Dr Mittal. I have read your message. I think I can help you. I am assuming that the sugars were high and therefore the doctor changed your medicine. However, in view of hypoglycaemia, I will suggest going back to the old medicines. Monitor the sugars and let me know. We may be able to suggest more with the sugar reports - the actual reports. I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information contained in this message will be able to help you find the best solution for your problem. Best of luck. Dr Mittal.