Glimipill M 1mg/500mg Tablet

Quick info

Glimipill M 1mg/500mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic drug used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults by controlling blood sugar levels. Glimipill M 1mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines, Glimepiride and Metformin, used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels by increasing insulin release and reducing glucose production in the liver. Common side effects may include hypoglycemia, especially when combined with other antidiabetic medicines or alcohol. It is important to follow your doctor's advice and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Consult your doctor before using this medication if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to undergo surgery.

How it works

Glimipill M 1mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Glimepiride and Metformin. Glimepiride increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas to lower blood glucose. Metformin lowers glucose production in the liver, delays glucose absorption from the intestines, and increases the body's sensitivity to insulin.

Direction of use

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. Glimipill M 1mg/500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Tips

• You have been prescribed this combination medicine as it can control blood sugar better than metformin alone.
• Continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Glimipill M 1mg/500mg Tablet.
• 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.
• Inform your doctor about your diabetes treatment if you are due to have surgery under a general anesthetic.