METRIDE 2MG 15TAB

Key Ingredients
Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg)
Storage- Keep it in cool and dry place below 30°C
Consume Type- Oral

Description

Metride 2mg Tablet belongs to a category of medicines known as anti-diabetic drugs. It is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Glimepiride which is a 'sulfonylurea', acts by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. Metformin, which is a 'biguanide', acts by lowering the glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from the intestines and increasing the body's response to insulin. Overall the two medicines together prevent the blood glucose levels from rising to very high levels thus keeping your Diabetes under control.

Key Benefits

•  Antidiabetic- Type 2 diabetes

Directions for use

•  It should be taken as directed by your doctor and in the prescribed quantity.
•  Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water with food. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
•  It would be best if you take it at a fixed time for optimal results.
•  Keep it away from the reach of children
•  Do not use expired medicine.

Safety Information

•  Tell the doctor about the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
•  If you have missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule.
•  Keep taking the drug even if you think your blood sugar levels are under control.
•  Avoid drinking alcohol and try to quit smoking
•  Keep your blood pressure as normal as possible
•  Do regular physical exercises and keep body weight in control
•  It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other anti diabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal. 
•  Inform your doctor about your diabetes treatment if you are due to have surgery under a general anesthetic.
•  Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing or if you have persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as Metride 2mg Tablet may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.
•  Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).

Side effects-

It is not necessary for everyone to experience the side effects. In case of any discomfort, consult your doctor.

•  Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
•  Headache
•  Nausea
•  Diarrhea
•  Flatulence