Glimepiride 3mg + Metformin 500mg

Glimepiride 3mg + Metformin 500mg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet, exercise, and a single medicine alone are not enough to control blood sugar.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Controlling high blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes
• Used along with diet and exercise for better sugar control
• Sometimes used with other diabetes medicines as advised by your doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• Glimepiride stimulates the pancreas to release more insulin
• Metformin reduces the amount of sugar produced by the liver
• Metformin also helps the body use insulin more effectively
• Together they help lower blood sugar more effectively than either alone

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for type 1 diabetes
• Not used for diabetic ketoacidosis (a medical emergency)
• Not a substitute for insulin when insulin is required
• Not used for weight loss or other unrelated conditions

How to Use Glimepiride 3mg + Metformin 500mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually with breakfast or the first main meal
• Swallow the tablet with water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Do not skip meals after taking this medicine, as it can cause low blood sugar
• Continue taking it regularly even if you feel well; diabetes needs long-term control
• Do not change the dose on your own

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember, with food if it is close to a meal time
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue as usual
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep in the original packaging
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Glimepiride 3mg + Metformin 500mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea or upset stomach
• Diarrhoea
• Loss of appetite
• Metallic taste in mouth

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness
• Skin rash or itching
• Headache
• Weight gain

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of low blood sugar such as sweating, shakiness, confusion, or fainting
• Severe stomach pain, vomiting, or unusual tiredness (possible sign of lactic acidosis)
• Yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine (signs of liver problems)
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of face, lips, or difficulty breathing
• Unusual bleeding or bruising

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Glimepiride 3mg + Metformin 500mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be used only under medical supervision.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to glimepiride, metformin, or sulfonylurea medicines
• Have type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis
• Have severe kidney or liver disease
• Have a severe infection, recent heart attack, or are having surgery
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless specifically advised by your doctor

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver problems
• Have a history of low blood sugar episodes
• Drink alcohol regularly
• Are elderly or malnourished
• Are scheduled for any surgery or an imaging test involving contrast dye

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other diabetes medicines or insulin
• Steroids or certain blood pressure medicines
• Alcohol, which increases risk of low blood sugar and lactic acidosis
• Certain antibiotics and pain relievers
• Contrast dye used in some scans

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stop this medicine once my sugar is normal?

No, stopping suddenly can cause sugar levels to rise again; only stop or change dose on your doctor's advice.

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

It is best to avoid alcohol as it increases the risk of low blood sugar and other complications.

Will this medicine cause weight gain?

• Some weight gain can occur, though it is usually less than with other diabetes medicines; discuss diet and exercise with your doctor.
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