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GLIMEPIRIDE 1MG,METFORMIN 500MG(SR) (BLISTER)
GLIKINZ-M1 - This medication belongs to a class of antidiabetics called sulfonylureas that is used to lower raised blood sugar levels in Type 2 diabetes mellitus. This type of diabetes develops in the body and does not produce enough insulin therefore the body's insulin does not work properly as it should. Insulin helps to lower the level of sugar in your blood, especially after meals. This medication is a combination of two medicines such as GLIMEPIRIDE 1MG, METFORMIN 500MG. This medication acts on insulin-secreting cells beta cells inside the pancreas and activates calcium channels on cells which lets insulin pass out of the cell. Thus insulin makes each cell in the body take up glucose and utilize it so, it prevents symptoms of type 2 diabetes.
Do not stop taking GLIMEPIRIDE 1MG, and METFORMIN 500MG before consulting with your healthcare provider even if you feel better. Stopping this medication may raise your sugar levels which could further increase the risk of eyesight loss, and kidney and nerve damage. GLIMEPIRIDE 1MG, METFORMIN 500 MG medication should not be taken if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus or severe kidney or liver disease. So before stopping this medication please consult with your doctor.
How Do We Take This Medication?
Take this medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider and some may experience an allergic reaction, liver dysfunction, seizures, coma & low glucose levels. These side effects do not require any medical attention and resolve after time but if these effects persist or worsen, please consult with your doctor. Do not break or chew this medication and swallow it whole with a glass of water.
Uses of GLIMEPIRIDE 1MG, METFORMIN 500MG
Treats only Type 2 Diabetes
Medical Benefits of GLIMEPIRIDE 1MG, METFORMIN 500MG
This medication is used to treat people with type 2 diabetes to minimize elevated blood sugar levels in the body. Some people can control their diabetes by having a balanced diet and routine exercise but taking this medication is also necessary. GLIMEPIRIDE 1MG, METFORMIN 500MG is combined with insulin or other forms of oral antidiabetic medication. This medication decreases blood sugar levels in a diabetic patient by increasing the production and secretion of insulin from the beta cells.
Some Common Side effects of GLIMEPIRIDE 1MG, METFORMIN 500MG
- Allergic reactions
- Headache
- Nausea
- Blood pressure drop
- Shock
- Abnormal liver function
- Including skin and eye yellowing (jaundice)
- Bile flow issues (cholestasis)
- Liver inflammation (hepatitis) or failure of the liver
These symptoms are resolved over time but if you experience these symptoms persistently then inform your health care professional.
Precautions for Taking This Medication
- Take this medication as prescribed by your doctor.
- You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take this medication timely.
- Do not take other medication with GLIMEPIRIDE 1MG, or METFORMIN 500MG.
- Take this medication with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
- Check your blood sugar daily while taking this medication.
- If you take this medication with another diabetic drug then it can cause hypoglycemia