Glimepiride 3 mg Tablets

?️ Product Description

Glimepiride is used to lower blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes (non-insulin-dependent) as an addition to a healthy diet and exercise.

? Do Not Take Glimepiride

• If allergic to Glimepiride, other sulfonylureas, sulfonamides, or any ingredients in this medication.
• If you have type 1 diabetes (insulin-dependent).
• If you have diabetic ketoacidosis (a serious complication with extremely high blood sugar levels).
• If you are in diabetic coma.
• If you have severe liver or kidney problems.

⚠️ Warnings & Precautions

• Inform your doctor if you have any of the following:
  • Recovering from injury, surgery, infection, or stress.
  • Liver or kidney issues.
  • A deficiency in the enzyme glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD).
• This medication may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), especially if you miss a meal, over-exercise, or drink alcohol. Symptoms include nausea, hunger, shaking, dizziness, confusion, sleepiness, and sweating. You can consume sugar cubes or juice to treat these symptoms.

⚠️ Serious Side Effects

• Allergic reactions
• Low blood sugar
• Liver problems

? Other Medications and Glimepiride

• Inform your doctor about all the medications you are taking, especially:
  • Medications for pain and inflammation
  • Other diabetes medications
  • Anticoagulants like warfarin
  • Medications for high blood pressure
  • Medications for irregular heart rhythms
  • Cholesterol-lowering medications
  • Medications for mood disorders
  • Some antibiotics
  • Antifungal medications
  • Medications for cancer
  • Birth control pills
  • Medications for asthma and nasal decongestion
  • Steroids
  • Medications for stomach ulcers like cimetidine.

? How to Take Glimepiride

• For adults only.
• Take as directed by your doctor.
• Take with food, with your first meal of the day.
• Usual starting dose: 1 mg once daily with breakfast. Doctor may gradually increase to a maximum of 8 mg/day.

? Storage

• Store at room temperature between 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F).
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use after expiration date.