An oral antidiabetic medication used to control high blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes, helping prevent complications such as kidney damage, nerve issues, and heart problems.
Indications
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus (when diet, exercise, and weight reduction alone are not sufficient)
- Used as monotherapy or in combination with other antidiabetic agents (such as metformin or insulin)
Main Active Ingredient:
- Glimepiride 2 mg.
Precautions:
- Not for use in patients with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis
- Use cautiously in patients with kidney or liver impairment
- Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase the risk of hypoglycemia
- Inform doctor if pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
- Caution when driving or opera رting machinery due to possible dizziness or blurred vision
Side Effects:
- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).
- Headache, dizziness, or fatigue.
- Nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain.
- Allergic skin reactions (rash, itching, redness).
- Rare: liver enzyme elevation or jaundice.
Drug–Drug Interactions:
- Insulin, other antidiabetics, beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, NSAIDs.
- Corticosteroids, diuretics, thyroid hormones, oral contraceptives.
- Alcohol.
Glimepiride, Lactose Monohydrate, Povidone, Sodium Starch Glycolate, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose