Zoryl Mf 3

Composition

Glimepiride 3 mg + Metformin hydrochloride (modified/extended release) 500 mg

Uses of Zoryl Mf 3

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in adults when diet and exercise alone or monotherapy is inadequate; helps control blood glucose levels

• •Lowers fasting and post-meal blood sugar
• •Improves insulin secretion and sensitivity
• •Helps achieve better HbA1c control
• •Convenient combination therapy

How it works

Glimepiride (a sulfonylurea) increases insulin release from pancreatic beta cells and improves insulin action. Metformin reduces glucose production by the liver and improves insulin sensitivity, decreasing intestinal glucose absorption and improving peripheral uptake.

Directions for use

Oral tablet. Take exactly as prescribed, usually once daily with or immediately after the main meal (often breakfast) to reduce stomach upset and risk of low sugar. Swallow whole (do not crush/chew if modified-release). Monitor blood glucose regularly.

Side effects

Common side effects of Zoryl Mf 3 may include:

• •Hypoglycaemia
• •nausea
• •vomiting
• •diarrhoea
• •abdominal pain
• •loss of appetite