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Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr

Manufacturer :  Sanofi India Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Glimepiride, Metformin
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr

Amaryl tablet is a drug that is used to treat patients suffering from type 2 Diabetes. This drug is used to enhance the effects of diet and exercise. It is also used along with other anti-diabetic medicines. This medication is a type of sulfonylurea antidiabetic medicine which helps the pancreas in releasing insulin thus helping reduce the blood sugar level. It belongs to a class of drugs known as sulfonylureas.

Before starting a course of the medication, there are certain precautions that need to be taken. Firstly, any form of allergy must be mentioned to the consulting doctor. Also, if you have any history of kidney or liver diseases, it should be mentioned to the doctor.

    What are the uses of Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr

    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

    What are the contraindications of Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr ?

    What are the side effects of Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr ?

    Key highlights of Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      This medication remains active in the body for 3 to 4 days after onset of action.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The effect can be observed within 3 to 5 days of administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medication is not recommended for women who are or may become pregnant.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies were reported

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medication is not recommended for women who are breastfeeding due to a risk of severe adverse effect to the infant.

    What are the substitutes for Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dosage then the missed dose can be skipped.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      It is recommended to discontinue the medication and contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication lowers the blood glucose by stimulating the release of insulin from pancreatic beta cells. It also decreases glucose production in the liver, decreases intestinal absorption of glucose, and improves insulin sensitivity by increasing bodies glucose uptake and utilization.

      What are the interactions of Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Alcohol

        Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
      • Interaction with Lab Test

        Lab

        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        This medication interacts with Fluconazole, Gatifloxacin, Miconazole, Rifampicin and others.
      • Interaction with Food

        Grapefruit Juice

        Consumption of grapefruit juice should be avoided while you are on Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr. Signs and symptoms like muscle pain and weakness, fever, and chills, swelling of joints, skin rash, nausea, vomiting should be reported to the doctor.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        This medication interacts with Kidney disease, Liver disease, Hypoglycemia and others.

      FAQs about Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr

      • Ques : What is Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr?

        Ans : Glimepiride is a salt which performs its action by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood glucose. Glimepiride is used to treat conditions such as Type II Diabetes Mellitus.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr?

        Ans : Glimepiride is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Type II Diabetes Mellitus. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Glimepiride to avoid undesirable effects.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr?

        Ans : Side effects include Hypoglycemia, Dizziness, Headache, Nausea, Asthenia, Flu like symptoms, Allergic skin reaction, Elevated liver enzymes, Anemia, Jaundice, and Weight gain.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Amaryl M 1Mg Tablet Sr?

        Ans : Glimepiride should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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