DIABEATS Glimepiride 4mg - 1 Tablet

Indications / Uses

DIABEATS Glimepiride 4mg is used for managing type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults, primarily in patients whose blood sugar levels are not adequately controlled by diet, physical activity, and weight reduction alone. It functions as a sulfonylurea by stimulating the pancreas to release more of the body's natural insulin. This critical action facilitates the movement of glucose from the bloodstream into the body's cells for energy use. This process significantly contributes to achieving and maintaining better control of overall blood sugar levels.

Formulation / Ingredients

DIABEATS Glimepiride 4mg contains: Glimepiride 4mg

Side Effects

DIABEATS Glimepiride 4mg common side effects include: hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), which may manifest as sweating, tremor, intense hunger, and confusion. Other common effects are gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. Less frequent effects can involve mild allergic reactions like rash or itching, and temporary visual disturbances usually seen at the initiation of use. Weight gain may also be an observed effect during the treatment period.

Directions and Dosage

• Dosage for Adults (Type 2 Diabetes): The initial daily dosage is typically 1 mg once daily. The usual maintenance dosage ranges from 1 mg to 4 mg once daily.
• Maximum Daily Dosage for Adults: The recommended maximum daily dosage for effective control is 8 mg.
• Dosage for Kids: Use in children and adolescents is not generally recommended due to insufficient data on efficacy and safety in these age groups.

Therapy is generally intended for the long-term management of chronic diabetes mellitus. The minimum effective dose should be used for maintenance.

Contraindications

Should not be used in individuals with type 1 diabetes mellitus or those experiencing diabetic ketoacidosis. Avoid use if there is severe impairment of kidney or liver function. The product is also contraindicated for those with known hypersensitivity to the active component, other sulfonylureas, or sulfonamide derivatives.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

Use during pregnancy may carry a significant risk of prolonged severe low blood sugar in the newborn. The substance is known to pass into the mother's milk, which poses a theoretical risk of causing severely low blood sugar in a nursing child.

Special Precautions

• There is an increased risk of severely low blood sugar, particularly when treatment begins or when the dosage is adjusted.
• Special caution is necessary in individuals with deficiencies of the enzyme G6PD.
• Requires close monitoring in patients who have impaired kidney or liver function.
• Increased sensitivity to light exposure may sometimes occur during treatment.

Is it safe to take it with other medications?

The sugar-lowering effect may be enhanced by certain medications, including some antibiotics and antifungals, increasing the risk of severely low blood sugar. Conversely, its effect may be reduced by drugs such as corticosteroids, diuretics, and thyroid hormones. Taking it concurrently with alcohol can significantly heighten the risk of severely low blood sugar.

How should I store it?

Store the tablets in their original packaging at a controlled room temperature. Keep the product protected from excessive exposure to heat and direct moisture.

Used For

Type 2 Diabetes

Age

Adults (18+ years)