Glimefort-M1 Tab

Composition

Glimepiride 1 mg + Metformin Hydrochloride 500 mg (modified/extended release)

Uses of Glimefort-M1 Tab

Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults when diet and exercise alone (or single drug therapy) are insufficient; helps control high blood sugar and reduce diabetes-related complications.

• •Lowers fasting and post-meal blood sugar
• •Improves insulin release and insulin sensitivity
• •Helps achieve better HbA1c control
• •Reduces risk of long-term diabetic complications when sugars are controlled

How it works

Glimepiride is a sulfonylurea that increases insulin release from the pancreas and improves peripheral glucose utilization. Metformin reduces glucose production in the liver and improves insulin sensitivity, lowering intestinal glucose absorption and improving glycaemic control.

Directions for use

Take by mouth exactly as prescribed. Usually taken once daily with or just after a meal (preferably breakfast) to reduce stomach upset and risk of hypoglycaemia. Swallow tablets whole (do not crush/chew if modified-release). Monitor blood glucose regularly.

Side effects

Common side effects of Glimefort-M1 Tab may include:

• •Hypoglycaemia
• •nausea
• •vomiting
• •diarrhoea
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