Duotrol SR Tablet (10 Tab)

About Duotrol SR Tablet:

Duotrol SR tablet is a combination of two anti-diabetic medications, used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps to control high blood glucose levels.

Each uncoated bilayered Duotrol SR tablet contains Glibenclamide 5 mg, Metformin Hydrochloride 500 mg (In sustained release form) and Excipients q.s.

Glibenclamide lowers blood glucose concentration by stimulating the secretion of insulin from the pancreatic ß-cells. It also reduces glucose output from and the liver and increases insulin sensitivity at peripheral target sites.

Metformin is a biguanide antihyperglycemic agent which improves glucose tolerance by lowering both basal and postprandial plasma glucose. It decreases hepatic glucose production, delays intestinal glucose absorption, and improves insulin sensitivity by enhancing peripheral glucose uptake and utilization.

Use of Duotrol SR Tablet:

Duotrol SR tablet is prescribed for the treatment of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Usage direction of Duotrol SR Tablet:

• Duotrol SR tablet should be taken orally.
• Duotrol SR tablet should be taken whole with the help of water.
• Do not crush, chew or break the tablet.
• Do not stop or skip the medicine without physician’s advice.
• Do not consume more than the prescribed quantity.

Precaution & Related information of Duotrol SR Tablet:

• If allergic to this medicine, inform the physician immediately.
• If find any other complication inform the physician immediately.
• Consult with the physician during pregnancy & lactation.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• It is dangerous to take this preparation except under medical supervision.

Storage condition of Duotrol SR Tablet:

Store in a cool & dry place.