Swimet

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  • Contains / Salt: Glimepiride (2 mg) + Metformin (500 mg)
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Swimet Information

Swimet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Swimet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Swimet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Swimet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Swimet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Swimet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Swimet is Unknown for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Swimet related warnings talks about Swimet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Swimet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Swimet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Swimet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Swimet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Swimet Benefits & Uses

Swimet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

  • Diabetes Type 2

Swimet 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
Adult
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Glimepiride (2 mg)/ Metformin (1000 mg), dose may increase or decrease as per blood glucose level
Geriatric
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Glimepiride (1 mg)/ Metformin (500 mg), dose may increase as per blood glucose level


Swimet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Swimet is used -

Severe

Common

Swimet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Swimet safe for pregnant women?


    Side effects of Swimet during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Swimet safe during breastfeeding?


    Swimet does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Swimet on the Kidneys?


    Kidney can be affected by Swimet. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Swimet on the Liver?


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Swimet. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Swimet on the Heart?


    Side effects of Swimet rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Swimet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Swimet Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Swimet

  • Is this Swimet habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Swimet is addictive.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Swimet as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Swimet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, the use of Swimet in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Swimet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Swimet


    Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Swimet, due to a lack of research on this.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Swimet


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Swimet.

    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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