Glimicon-DS Tablet SR
strip of 10.0 tablet.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (1000mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Consern Pharma Limited |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Glimicon-DS Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults, helping to control blood sugar levels. Glimicon-DS Tablet SR belongs to a category of medicines known as anti-diabetic drugs. It is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
Glimicon-DS Tablet SR is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Glimepiride and Metformin. 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 which works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin.
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. Glimicon-DS Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
- You should continue to exercise regularly
- Eat a healthy diet
- Take your other diabetes medicines along with Glimicon-DS Tablet SR.
- Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
- Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
- It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glimicon-DS Tablet SR.
Breastfeed
Glimicon-DS Tablet SR is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy
Glimicon-DS Tablet SR 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.
