Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER
1 Strip of 20 Tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Glimepiride (1mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Sanofi India Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medicine is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps in proper utilisation of insulin, thereby lowering the blood sugar levels.
Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER is a combination of three antidiabetic medicines: Glimepiride, Metformin, and Pioglitazone. They work by different mechanisms to provide better control of blood sugar when single or dual therapy is not effective. Glimepiride is a sulfonylurea which works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood glucose. Metformin is a biguanide. It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines, and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. Pioglitazone is a thiazolidinedione which further increases insulin sensitivity.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER?
No, it is not safe to consume alcohol while using Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER. Alcohol can lower your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
What should I inform the doctor before taking Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER?
Before taking Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER, tell your doctor if you have congestive heart failure, kidney problems, liver problems, or swelling of the back of the eye. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or a premenopausal woman. Let the doctor know if you are currently taking any prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Can the use of Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER lead to vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, using Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER can cause a vitamin B12 deficiency as it contains metformin. Long-term use can interfere with the absorption of vitamin B12 in the stomach.
Can the use of Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). Symptoms of hypoglycemia include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, a rapid heart rate, and feelings of anxiety or shakiness. This is more likely to occur when you miss or delay your meal, drink alcohol, over-exercise, take other antidiabetic medications together, or if you don't maintain proper blood sugar control.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER?
Keep Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER in its original container, tightly sealed. Store according to the instructions on the packaging label or the accompanying information sheet. Do not dispose of the medication down the drain, nor give it to pets, children, or other individuals.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER is to be taken with food.
- Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
- It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or if you delay or miss a meal.
- Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety.
- Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER.
Breastfeed
Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Amaryl MP 1mg Tablet ER may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
