Glimepiride + Metformin



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  • Contains / Salt: Glimepiride + Metformin


Glimepiride + Metformin Information

Glimepiride + Metformin is a prescription medicine. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Glimepiride + Metformin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Glimepiride + Metformin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Glimepiride + Metformin also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Glimepiride + Metformin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Glimepiride + Metformin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Glimepiride + Metformin has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Glimepiride + Metformin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Glimepiride + Metformin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Glimepiride + Metformin have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Glimepiride + Metformin may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Glimepiride + Metformin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Glimepiride + Metformin Benefits & Uses

Glimepiride + Metformin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

  • Diabetes Type 2

Glimepiride + Metformin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage


Glimepiride + Metformin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Glimepiride + Metformin is used -

Severe

Common

Glimepiride + Metformin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Glimepiride + Metformin safe for pregnant women?


    No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Glimepiride + Metformin in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Glimepiride + Metformin safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women can safely use Glimepiride + Metformin.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Glimepiride + Metformin on the Kidneys?


    There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Glimepiride + Metformin. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Glimepiride + Metformin on the Liver?


    Glimepiride + Metformin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Glimepiride + Metformin on the Heart?


    Glimepiride + Metformin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Glimepiride + Metformin with Other Drugs

Glimepiride + Metformin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Glimepiride + Metformin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glimepiride + Metformin unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Glimepiride + Metformin

  • Is this Glimepiride + Metformin habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Glimepiride + Metformin.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Glimepiride + Metformin can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Glimepiride + Metformin only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Glimepiride + Metformin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Glimepiride + Metformin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Glimepiride + Metformin


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Glimepiride + Metformin together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Glimepiride + Metformin


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Glimepiride + Metformin with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amaryl (glimepiride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1156-1158

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucophage® (metformin hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 275-276

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 825-826

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