Apriglim 3 Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Glimepiride (3mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Aprica Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Apriglim 3 Tablet is a sulfonylurea medication used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults, helping to control blood sugar levels and prevent serious complications. Apriglim 3 Tablet is an antidiabetic medication that belongs to a group of medicines called sulfonylureas. It is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes thereby preventing serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage and blindness.
Apriglim 3 Tablet is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower blood glucose.
What is the dosage of Apriglim 3 Tablet?
The recommended starting dose of Apriglim 3 Tablet is 1 mg or 2 mg once daily, taken with breakfast. The usual maintenance dose is 1-4 mg once daily, and the maximum recommended dose is 8 mg once daily. Doses can be increased not more than 2 mg at 1- to 2-week intervals based on blood glucose levels.
Does Apriglim 3 Tablet make you sleepy?
Apriglim 3 Tablet itself does not cause sleepiness, but it may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) when used with other anti-diabetes medications. This can lead to feelings of drowsiness or difficulty sleeping.
Is Apriglim 3 Tablet safe for kidneys?
Apriglim 3 Tablet does not affect kidneys in patients with normal kidney function. However, its use should be avoided in patients with severe kidney disease since it is principally eliminated by the kidneys.
Does Apriglim 3 Tablet cause memory loss?
No, it is not known that Apriglim 3 Tablet causes memory loss. However, the use of Apriglim 3 Tablet may cause low blood sugar which can lead to problems with concentration and reduced alertness.
Who should not take Apriglim 3 Tablet?
Apriglim 3 Tablet should be avoided by patients who are allergic to it, have severe kidney or liver disease, have G6PD-deficiency (an inherited condition affecting red blood cells) or are due to have surgery. Additionally, patients trying to get pregnant, pregnant, breastfeeding, or with insulin-dependent diabetes (type 1 diabetes mellitus) should avoid taking Apriglim 3 Tablet.
How long does it take for Apriglim 3 Tablet to start working?
The exact time it takes for Apriglim 3 Tablet to start working can vary depending on individual factors. However, in general, the effects of sulfonylurea medications like Apriglim 3 Tablet are typically noticeable within a few hours after taking the medication.
What should you not eat while taking Apriglim 3 Tablet?
It is advisable to avoid foods that are high in saturated and trans fats. Instead, consume fats from fish and nuts. Control your carbohydrate intake as it directly affects your blood sugar.
Is Apriglim 3 Tablet safe to use?
Yes, Apriglim 3 Tablet tablet is safe when used as directed by the doctor. However, it may show some side effects. For best results, it should be used in the correct dose and at the same time each day.
Can people with diabetes have proteins?
Yes, people with diabetes must include proteins along with other essential nutrients in their daily diet. Proteins are one of the major energy providers among all essential nutrients. Besides being the building blocks of the human body, proteins break down into glucose to release energy.
Are artificial sweeteners good for people with diabetes?
No, artificial sweeteners are not good for people with diabetes. They are composed of chemicals that can cause mild to severe side effects. Thus, it is better to limit or avoid their use as much as you can.
Can diabetes cause kidney failure?
Yes, uncontrolled diabetes can cause kidney failure. In the long run, diabetes can affect the kidneys leading to a condition called diabetic nephropathy. Diabetic nephropathy is a condition that is a major cause of kidney failure in patients with diabetes.
Can diabetes be cured?
Diabetes is a condition that causes changes in your blood glucose levels, which if left uncontrolled, can lead to serious health complications affecting the heart, brain, kidneys, and eyes. However, with simple lifestyle changes, diet, and medications, one can manage their condition and lead a healthy life.
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. Apriglim 3 Tablet is to be taken with food.
- Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Apriglim 3 Tablet affects you.
- 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 Apriglim 3 Tablet.
Breastfeed
Apriglim 3 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. Monitoring of the breastfed infant's blood glucose is advisable during maternal therapy with Apriglim 3 Tablet
Pregnancy
Apriglim 3 Tablet 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.
