Glimigrand M2 Tab

Composition

Glimepiride 2 mg + Metformin Hydrochloride 500 mg (SR/PR)

Uses of Glimigrand M2 Tab

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (adult) when diet and exercise alone or single therapy is inadequate; helps control high blood sugar

• •Lowers fasting and post-meal blood glucose
• •Improves insulin sensitivity and reduces hepatic glucose output
• •Helps achieve better HbA1c control
• •May reduce diabetes-related complications with good control

How it works

Glimepiride (a sulfonylurea) stimulates the pancreas to release insulin and improves the body’s response to insulin. Metformin (a biguanide) reduces glucose production in the liver and decreases intestinal absorption of glucose while improving insulin sensitivity.

Directions for use

Take orally as prescribed, usually once daily with breakfast or the first main meal. Swallow the tablet whole (especially if SR/PR); do not crush or chew. Monitor blood glucose regularly and follow diet/exercise advice.

Side effects

Common side effects of Glimigrand M2 Tab may include:

• •Hypoglycaemia
• •dizziness
• •headache
• •nausea
• •diarrhoea
• •abdominal discomfort