Diapride M 2 Tablet

Uses of Diapride M 2 Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus when monotherapy does not adequately control blood glucose

• •Dual mechanism for better glucose control
• •Helps reduce HbA1c
• •Controls fasting and post-meal glucose
• •Convenient combination therapy

How it works

Glimepiride increases insulin secretion from the pancreas to lower blood sugar. Metformin reduces hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity, helping control fasting and post-meal glucose.

Directions for use

Take with meals as prescribed (often once daily with the main meal for SR metformin). Do not crush/chew sustained-release tablets. Monitor blood glucose; avoid skipping meals.

Side effects

Common side effects of Diapride M 2 Tablet may include:

• •Hypoglycaemia
• •nausea
• •diarrhoea
• •abdominal discomfort
• •dizziness
• •metallic taste
• •weight gain

Warnings & precautions

Risk of hypoglycaemia due to glimepiride, especially with missed meals, alcohol, or other antidiabetics. Metformin rarely can cause lactic acidosis; avoid in severe kidney impairment and during dehydration/acute illness; check renal function periodically. Temporarily stop metformin around iodinated contrast or surgery as advised.