Glimestar-M 2 Forte Tablet Sr

This is a combination medication which has Glimepiride and Metformin as active ingredients. It is used in treating patients suffering from type 2 Diabetes. This medication is a type of sulfonylurea antidiabetic medicine, that helps the pancreas in releasing insulin thus helping reduce the blood sugar level. Hence this drug is used to enhance the positive effects of diet and exercise concerning blood sugar. It belongs to a class of drugs known as sulfonylureas.

The common side effects arising due to the intake of this medication are anxiety, irritability, sweating, dizziness, headache, fatigue, weakness, etc. Generally, these side effects are mild and go away on their own after a few days.

This medication should be stored at a temperature between 20 to 25-degree Celcius. It should be kept away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Keep the drug away from the reach of the children and pets.

• Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

• Liver Disease

• Allergy

• Hypoglycemia

• Nausea

• Diarrhoea

• Stomach Pain

• Headache

• Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The 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?

  The 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?

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

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• 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.

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

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

  Clarithromycin

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Consult your doctor before taking the medication with a medicine containing Clarithromycin. Report the historic use of either of the drugs to your doctor without fail. The doctor can make suitable adjustments to the dosage with close monitoring of lipid levels and liver function.

  Atazanavir

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Report the usage of either of the medicine to the doctor so that suitable adjustment in dosage and constant monitoring of liver function can be done.

  Cyclosporine

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Report the usage of either of the medicine to the doctor so that suitable adjustment in dosage and constant monitoring of liver function can be done.

  Erythromycin

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Report the usage of either of the medicine to the doctor so that suitable adjustment in dosage and constant monitoring of liver function can be done.

  Azithromycin

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Report the usage of either of the medicine to the doctor so that suitable adjustment in dosage can be done. Safety parameters need to be monitored at regular intervals. Any symptoms like muscle pain, weakness and dark colored urine should be reported immediately.

• Interaction with Disease

  Liver Disease

  The medication should be given with extreme caution if you have active liver disease. The dosage has to be suitably adjusted and clinical monitoring of liver function is necessary. The medicine should be discontinued if the liver function is abnormal even after reducing the dosage.

  Rhabdomyolysis

  Any incidence of a muscle disorder either active or historic should be reported to the doctor. The dosage needs to be very carefully adjusted in such cases. Clinical monitoring may be required in some cases. Any symptoms like muscle pain, weakness should be reported especially if it is accompanied by fever and unease.

  Cognitive Impairment

  The medication should be given with caution if you have any symptoms of memory loss, forgetfulness or confusion. The effects tend to go away once the use of statin is discontinued.

  Diabetes

  The doctor should be informed if you suffer from Diabetes. The medication should be taken with caution and close monitoring is required in such cases.

• Interaction with Food

  Grapefruit Juice

  Consumption of grapefruit juice should be avoided while you are on the medication. Signs and symptoms like muscle pain and weakness, fever, and chills, swelling of joints, skin rash, nausea, vomiting should be reported to the doctor.

• Ques : What is Glimestar-M 2 Forte Tablet Sr?

  Ans : The medication performs its action by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas to lower the blood glucose.

• Ques : What are the uses of Glimestar-M 2 Forte Tablet Sr?

  Ans : The medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Type II Diabetes Mellitus.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Glimestar-M 2 Forte Tablet Sr?

  Ans : The medication has some commonly reported side effects. Here are some side effects of the medication which are as follows: hypoglycemia, dizziness, headache, nausea, asthenia, flu-like symptoms, allergic skin reaction, elevated liver enzymes, anemia, etc.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Glimestar-M 2 Forte Tablet Sr?

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