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Gleam-1 Tablet
Glimepiride (1mg)
Gleam-1 Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹38₹3.80 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Glimepiride (1mg)
Available variants: tablet tablet 10`S
Best price: ₹38 (₹3.80 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
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A substitute contains the same active ingredient (salt), in the same strength, as Gleam-1 Tablet. The medicine inside is the same — the brand name, manufacturer and price are what differ.
All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Gleam-1 Tablet
Gleam-1 Tablet contains Glimepiride (1mg). It belongs to the Sulfonylurea class of medicines.
Uses of Gleam-1 Tablet
This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
Key benefits
- Lowers blood sugar quickly
- Long-established and inexpensive
How Gleam-1 Tablet works
Glimepiride lowers blood sugar by prompting your pancreas to release more of its own insulin.
How to take Gleam-1 Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it shortly before a meal. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause severe and prolonged low blood sugar, which may lead to fits or unconsciousness. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Gleam-1 Tablet
Most side effects of Gleam-1 are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Low blood sugar
- Weight gain
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Headache
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Gleam-1 Tablet
| Pregnancy | Consult doctor |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Use with caution |
| Driving | May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you. |
| Kidney | Use with caution if you have kidney disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function. |
| Liver | Use with caution if you have liver disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
If you feel shaky, sweaty, confused or unusually hungry, take sugar, glucose or a sweet drink at once and tell your doctor — these are signs your blood sugar has fallen too low. Do not skip meals while on this medicine — a missed meal is the commonest cause of a low-sugar episode. Carry glucose, sugar or sweets with you, and tell the people you live and work with what a low-sugar episode looks like. Older people and people with kidney trouble are more likely to have low sugar, and may need a smaller dose.
Do not take Gleam-1 if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for type 1 diabetes or for diabetic ketoacidosis. Not for people with severe kidney or liver disease.
Interactions with other medicines
Many medicines change how strongly this works — tell your doctor about aspirin, blood thinners, antifungals, sulfa antibiotics and beta blockers in particular. Beta blockers can mask the warning signs of low blood sugar.
How to store Gleam-1 Tablet
Store at room temperature (below 25°C), protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
Expert advice for Gleam-1 Tablet
Take it shortly before a meal, and eat that meal. Check your sugar as often as your doctor has asked, especially when your routine changes.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class:
- Sulfonylurea
Substitutes for Gleam-1 Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Glimepiride (1mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Gleam-1 Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isryl-1 mg TabletSYSTOPIC LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹17 | 56% cheaper |
| K-Glim 1 mg TabletBlue Cross Laboratories Pvt Ltd | tablet · 15`s | ₹21 | 46% cheaper |
| Startglim 1 mg TabletSANZ PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹37 | 4% cheaper |
| Glisimet 1 mg TabletEYSYS PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹39 | 2% more |
| Azulix 1 TabletTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹39 | 4% more |
| Gride 1 mg TabletEAST WEST PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹39 | 4% more |
| Glimcare 1Q-CHECK | 10`S | ₹39 | 4% more |
| Glador 1 mg TabletLUPIN LAB | tablet · 15`S | ₹59 | 56% more |
| Glimy 1 TabletDr Reddys Laboratories Ltd | tablet · 15`S | ₹59 | 56% more |
| Glimulin-1 mg TabletGLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 15`S | ₹59 | 56% more |
| Triglimimark-1 mg TabletRISEMARKER PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 15`S | ₹117 | 207% more |
| Amaryl 1 TabletEMCURE PHARMA | tablet · 30 Tablet | ₹118 | 212% more |
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Gleam-1 Tablet FAQs
What is Gleam-1 Tablet used for?
Gleam-1 Tablet is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Gleam-1 Tablet?
Gleam-1 Tablet contains Glimepiride (1mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Gleam-1 Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Gleam-1 Tablet work?
Glimepiride lowers blood sugar by prompting your pancreas to release more of its own insulin.
Is Gleam-1 Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Gleam-1 Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Gleam-1 Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Gleam-1 are Low blood sugar, Weight gain, Nausea, Dizziness, Headache. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Gleam-1 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult doctor Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Gleam-1.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Gleam-1 Tablet?
Use with caution
What if I miss a dose of Gleam-1 Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Gleam-1 Tablet habit forming?
No. Gleam-1 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Gleam-1 Tablet?
Isryl-1 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹17 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Gleam-1 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Gleam-1 Tablet starts at ₹38 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet tablet 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Gleam-1 Tablet?
Gleam-1 Tablet is manufactured by FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Gleam-1 Tablet delivered?
Gleam-1 Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Gleam-1 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Glimepiride (1mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹38 (₹3.80 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS
- Manufacturer
- FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class
- Sulfonylurea
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet tablet 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Gleam-1 Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- Manufacturer labeling/pack insert
- CDSCO drug information resources, established medical literature
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Gleam-1 Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.