Brand Name
Glimiprex 1 mg
Generic Name / Composition
Glimepiride 1 mg
Main Category
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Antidiabetic Medicine (Sulfonylurea Class)
Description
Glimiprex 1 mg Tablet contains Glimepiride, an oral antidiabetic medicine from the sulfonylurea group.
It helps control blood sugar levels in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus by stimulating the pancreas to release more insulin and improving insulin efficiency in the body.
Uses / Indications
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Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (non-insulin dependent)
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Used alone or in combination with Metformin / Insulin / other antidiabetics to improve glycemic control
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Helps prevent long-term complications of diabetes (kidney, nerve, eye, and heart problems)
Dosage (General Guidance)
(As prescribed by physician)
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Adults: Usually 1 mg once daily, preferably before or with breakfast
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Dose may be gradually increased (up to 2–4 mg or max 6–8 mg/day) depending on blood sugar response
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Should be taken at the same time daily
Route: Oral
Side Effects
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Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar: sweating, dizziness, shakiness)
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Headache, nausea, stomach upset
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Weight gain (long-term use)
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Rare: Allergic reactions, liver enzyme elevation, blood disorders
Precautions / Warnings
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Not for Type 1 Diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis
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Risk of hypoglycemia → avoid skipping meals, long fasting, or excessive alcohol use
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Caution in patients with liver/kidney impairment
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Regular monitoring of blood sugar & HbA1c is required
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Use in pregnancy/breastfeeding only if prescribed (Insulin is usually preferred)
Drug Interactions
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Alcohol (↑ risk of hypoglycemia)
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Beta-blockers (mask low sugar symptoms)
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Other antidiabetics, insulin (↑ hypoglycemia risk)
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Corticosteroids, diuretics, thyroid drugs (↓ effectiveness of Glimepiride)
Packaging
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Strip of 10 tablets
Manufacturer
Sanofi India Ltd.
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