Diamyk M2 Tab

Composition

Glimepiride 2 mg + Metformin hydrochloride 500 mg (SR/ER)

Uses of Diamyk M2 Tab

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (adult) to improve blood glucose control when diet and exercise alone are insufficient; used when combination therapy is required.

• •Lowers fasting and post-meal blood sugar
• •Improves insulin sensitivity
• •Reduces hepatic glucose production
• •Helps achieve better HbA1c control
• •Convenient combination therapy for type 2 diabetes

How it works

Glimepiride (a sulfonylurea) increases insulin release from pancreatic beta cells and improves glucose utilization. Metformin (a biguanide) reduces hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity, lowering blood glucose without causing significant hypoglycaemia when used alone.

Directions for use

Oral tablet. Take exactly as prescribed, usually once or twice daily with meals to reduce stomach upset. Swallow whole (do not crush/chew if SR/ER). Monitor blood sugar regularly and follow diet/exercise advice.

Side effects

Common side effects of Diamyk M2 Tab may include:

• •Nausea
• •diarrhoea
• •abdominal pain
• •loss of appetite
• •metallic taste