Zoryl M 0.5 Tab 20S

Composition

Glimepiride (0.5mg)

Uses of Zoryl M 0.5 Tab 20S

Type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults when diet and exercise alone are not sufficient; helps control high blood sugar, usually as add-on/combination therapy.

• •Lowers fasting and post-meal blood sugar
• •Improves insulin release and insulin sensitivity
• •Helps reduce diabetes-related complications with long-term control
• •Convenient dual-therapy in one tablet

How it works

Glimepiride (a sulfonylurea) stimulates the pancreas to release insulin and improves peripheral glucose utilization. Metformin (a biguanide) decreases glucose production in the liver and improves insulin sensitivity, lowering blood glucose without usually causing weight gain.

Directions for use

Take by mouth as prescribed, usually once daily with the main meal (preferably breakfast) to reduce stomach upset and risk of low sugar. Swallow whole (do not crush/chew if prolonged-release). Monitor blood glucose regularly; do not stop abruptly without medical advice.

Side effects

Common side effects of Zoryl M 0.5 Tab 20S may include:

• •Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar)
• •nausea
• •vomiting
• •diarrhoea
• •abdominal pain