Gluconorm G2 Tablet

Composition of Gluconorm G2 Tablet

Gluconorm G2 Tablet contains Glimepiride 2 mg. It belongs to the Sulfonylurea class of medicines.

Uses of Gluconorm G2 Tablet

• Type 2 diabetes mellitus (non-insulin-dependent diabetes) to help control blood sugar in adults
• along with diet and exercise; may be used alone or with other antidiabetic medicines as prescribed.

Key benefits

• Lowers fasting and post-meal blood sugar
• Improves overall glycaemic control
• Helps reduce diabetes-related complications when sugar is controlled
• Once-daily dosing (as prescribed)

How Gluconorm G2 Tablet works

Glimepiride is a sulfonylurea that stimulates the pancreas to release more insulin. It also helps the body use insulin more effectively, thereby lowering blood glucose levels.

How to take Gluconorm G2 Tablet

Take orally exactly as prescribed, usually once daily with breakfast or the first main meal. Swallow the tablet with water; do not skip meals after taking it. Dose is individualized based on blood sugar; do not stop or change dose without medical advice.

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 Gluconorm G2 Tablet

Most side effects of Gluconorm G2 are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar)
• dizziness
• headache
• nausea
• stomach pain
• diarrhoea
• weight gain
• skin rash

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 Gluconorm G2 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Can cause hypoglycaemia—risk increases with missed meals, excess exercise, alcohol, or with certain medicines. Use with caution in elderly, malnourished patients, and in kidney or liver impairment; dose adjustment/close monitoring may be needed. Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Seek urgent care for severe hypoglycaemia (confusion, fainting) or allergic reactions. Monitor blood glucose and HbA1c regularly.

Do not take Gluconorm G2 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

Alcohol (increases risk of hypoglycaemia), insulin or other antidiabetics (additive hypoglycaemia), beta-blockers (may mask hypoglycaemia symptoms), corticosteroids/thyroid hormones/diuretics (may raise blood sugar), azole antifungals (e.g., fluconazole), macrolide antibiotics (e.g., clarithromycin), sulfonamides, warfarin (may alter effect), ACE inhibitors (may increase hypoglycaemia risk)

How to store Gluconorm G2 Tablet

Store at room temperature (below 25°C), protected from moisture and light. Keep in original strip and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Gluconorm G2 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:

LUPIN LAB

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic

Drug class:

Sulfonylurea