Glimepiride Tablets
- Generic Name: Glimepiride
- Manufacturer: Various
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Description
Brand name: Glimepiride
Generic name: Glimepiride
What is Glimepiride and what is it used for:
Glimepiride is a prescription medication used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It belongs to a class of drugs called sulfonylureas and works by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas, which helps lower blood sugar levels. Glimepiride is usually used along with diet and exercise to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
How to take Glimepiride:
Glimepiride is taken orally, usually once a day with breakfast or the first main meal of the day. The dosage and duration of treatment will depend on the individual’s condition and response to treatment. It is important to take the medication at the same time every day to maintain a consistent level of the medication in the body.
Possible side effects of Glimepiride:
Glimepiride may cause some side effects, including:
• Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Skin rash or itching
These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medication. However, if they persist or worsen, inform your doctor immediately. Seek emergency medical attention if you experience symptoms of low blood sugar, such as sweating, shaking, fast heartbeat, blurred vision, or tingling in the hands or feet.
Precautions and warnings for Glimepiride:
Before taking Glimepiride, inform your doctor if you have any medical conditions, such as liver or kidney disease. Glimepiride may interact with certain medications, so it is important to inform your doctor of all medications and supplements you are taking.
Glimepiride may cause low blood sugar, especially if taken with other diabetes medications or if meals are skipped. It is important to follow the prescribed diet and exercise plan and to monitor blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medication.
Glimepiride is a prescription medication and should only be taken under the supervision of a healthcare provider. It is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Glimepiride may pass into breast milk and harm a nursing baby, so it is important to consult your doctor before breastfeeding while taking this medication.
Additional information
Strength | 1 mg, 2 mg, 4 mg |
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Size | 100 |
Alphabet | G |
Manufacturer | Various |
Brand | Glimepiride Tablets |
OTC | No |
Freezer | No |
Generic Name | Glimepiride |