Prescription Required

MANUFACTURER

Cims Healthcare Pvt Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Glimepiride 2mg

STORAGE

Store below 30°C

INTRODUCTION

Glimidoxt 2 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called sulfonylureas and 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.

Glimidoxt  2 Tablet may be used alone or along with other medicines. It should be taken just before or with the first meal of the day. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to your blood sugar levels.

Keep taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise to put you at risk of diabetes complications such as kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.

The most common side effects of taking this medicine include low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia), nausea, headache, and dizziness. Make sure you recognize the signs of having low blood sugar levels, such as sweating, dizziness, headache, and shaking, and know how to deal with them. To prevent this, it is important to have regular meals and always carry a fast-acting source of glucose such as sugary food or fruit juice with you. Drinking alcohol can also increase your risk of low blood sugar levels and hence should be avoided. Some people may experience an increase in weight with this medicine.

You should not take it if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), or if you have severe kidney or liver disease. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease, thyroid disease, or some hormonal conditions, as it may not be suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your blood sugar levels should be checked regularly and your doctor may also advise blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function.

USES OF GLIMIDOXT TABLET

SIDE EFFECTS OF GLIMIDOXT TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Glimidoxt

• Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
• Headache
• Nausea
• Dizziness

HOW TO USE GLIMIDOXT TABLET

• 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. Glimidoxt 2 Tablet is to be taken with food.

HOW GLIMIDOXT TABLET WORKS

• Glimidoxt  2 Tablet is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower blood glucose.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glimidoxt 2 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Glimidoxt 2 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Glimidoxt 2 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Monitoring of the breastfed infant’s blood glucose is advisable during maternal therapy with Glimidoxt  2 Tablet

Driving

CAUTION

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Glimidoxt 2 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Glimidoxt  2 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Glimidoxt  2 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. These patients can experience very low blood sugar levels which may become normal after a long time.

Liver

CAUTION

Glimidoxt 2 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Glimidoxt  2 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Glimidoxt  2 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. These patients can experience very low blood sugar levels which may become normal after a long ti

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE GLIMIDOXT TABLET?

You should skip a dose of Glimidoxt  2 Tablet if a meal is skipped, and add a dose of medicine if you eat an extra meal.