Gemer 1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Medical Description
Gemer 1 tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine containing glimepiride and metformin as its active ingredients. This combination medicine is primarily indicated for type 2 diabetes when blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia) cannot be controlled by diet, exercise or a single medicine alone. Glycomet GP 1 tablet, Amaryl M 1mg tablet, Gluconorm G 1mg tablet, Glimestar M 1mg tablet and Zoryl M 1mg tablet also include glimepiride and metformin.
Gemer 1 tablet is used to lower the raised blood sugar levels. It is advised to take this medicine as per your prescription, preferably after meals, usually the first meal of the day. It should not be used in children below 18 years of age, also in pregnant and nursing women. This medicine can result in an increased blood sugar level and its complications when it has not been taken regularly and stopped suddenly.
Side effects of this medicine are low blood sugar levels, taste disturbances, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. If it worsens, reach out to the nearest clinic or hospital. Practising a healthy lifestyle along with this medicine will help you get faster control over blood sugar levels. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting the Gemer 1 tablet.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹131.12 |
You Save | ₹17.88 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Glimepiride(1.0 Mg) + Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Type 2 Diabetes mellitus |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain |
Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
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Uses of GEMER 1MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Contraindications of GEMER 1MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- If you are allergic to metformin, glimepiride or any of the ingredients of Gemer 1 tablet.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- If you have serious kidney failure or liver failure.
- If you have any metabolic acidosis (too much acid in the body fluids) like lactic acidosis, diabetic ketoacidosis or diabetic pre-coma.
- If you have dehydration, severe infections, shock and injections containing iodine.
- If you have or had a heart or lung failure, recent incidence of heart attack and shock.
- If you are an alcoholic.
Side effects of GEMER 1MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach pain
- Loss of taste sensation
Precautions and Warnings of GEMER 1MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
- Gemer 1 tablet can cause low blood sugar levels which can lead to drowsiness, unconsciousness or confusion. These can be dangerous while driving.
- Consult your doctor whether you can drive a car if you have frequent episodes of hypoglycemia.
- Keep a juice or chocolate in the car close to you while driving, in case you start feeling any of the above symptoms of hypoglycemia, immediately have the juice or chocolate.
- Note that artificial sweeteners are not of any use in such scenarios.
Alcohol
- It is not advisable to consume alcohol during treatment with Gemer 1 tablet.
- Alcohol alters the way this medicine works. Be cautious not to consume alcohol on an empty stomach. Alcohol increases the risk of low blood sugar.
- Excessive consumption of alcohol when taking this medicine can cause serious complications known as ketoacidosis.
Other General Warnings
- You experience extreme hunger, headache, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, restlessness, aggression, reduced alertness, confusion, shakiness or dizziness. These could be signs of low blood sugar. If you have any of these, immediately have sugar or sweet juice. Inform your doctor as you may need a change in your medicine's dose....
- You are experiencing pins-and-needles sensation, numbness and weakness.
- You are going to have a diagnostic imaging test that involves an injection of iodine.
- You have dehydration due to diarrhoea, vomiting or limited fluid intake.
- You have suffered through trauma.
- You have to undergo surgery in the near future.
- You have serious kidney and liver problems.
- You have thyroid disorders.
- You are overweight (specific diet restrictions may be suggested).
Directions for Use of GEMER 1MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Storage and disposal of GEMER 1MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Store Gemer 1 tablets at room temperature in a cool and dry place.
- Protect it from light and moisture.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Quick Tips of GEMER 1MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Gemer 1 tablet is a medication that helps manage type 2 diabetes mellitus. It contains a combination of glimepiride and metformin as active ingredients and is known for its anti-diabetic properties.
- Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. Do not change the dosage or frequency of use without consulting your doctor.
- Along with taking Gemer 1 tablet, it is essential that you do certain lifestyle modifications like exercising for 30 minutes daily, maintaining a healthy weight, managing stress, getting enough sleep, and avoiding smoking and drinking alcohol....
- To maintain control of your blood sugar levels, it is also advised to eat a balanced diet that includes fruits and vegetables.
- Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels as directed by your doctor and report any changes.
- Before starting Gemer 1 tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
- To make sure that this tablet works effectively, it is important to take it at the same time every day and not to miss a dose. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Take your next dose at the regular time if it is almost time for your next dose....
- If you experience headache, stomach pain, sleepiness or nausea/vomiting while taking Gemer 1 tablet, it's important to inform your doctor. These effects may affect some individuals and if they persist, it's important to seek medical advice....
Dosage of GEMER 1MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of GEMER 1MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
How Does It Work?
- Gemer 1 tablet is known to control blood sugar to a greater extent than metformin or glimepiride alone. Glimiperide lowers the blood sugar level by increasing the release of insulin hormone from the pancreas....
- Insulin moves sugar (glucose) from the blood into the cells.
- Metformin decreases the absorption in the intestine and production of sugar by the liver.
- Both of these components are known to increase the insulin sensitivity of the body (which allows the cells of the body to use blood glucose more effectively, reducing blood sugar).
Interactions of GEMER 1MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Interactions with other medicines
- If you are currently taking medications for diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol, depression, blood clotting, or antibiotics such as Insulin, Pioglitazone, ACE inhibitors like Captopril, Steroids, Chloramphenicol, Fenfluramine, fibrates, Fluoxetine, Coumarins, Cyclophosphamide, Miconazole, Probenecid, Clarithromycin, Doxycycline, or Ofloxacin, you may experience symptoms of low blood sugar....
- You may have symptoms of high blood sugar if you are taking Oral contraceptives, Acetazolamide, Water pills, Phenytoin, Rifampicin, medicines for constipation, Phenytoin, Rifampicin and medicines for thyroid disorders....
- Medicines like an anti-allergic (ranitidine), clonidine, reserpine and medicines used to treat high blood pressure like atenolol can alter the way this medicine works and may block your body's response to low blood sugar. This can lead to dangerously low levels of blood sugar....
- Medicines like Diclofenac, Ibuprofen, Water pills, and Enalapril may affect your kidney functions if taken along with this medicine.
- Medicines used to treat thyroid can affect the way this medicine works.
- Discuss with your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible interactions.
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What kind of diet should I follow?
- A diet high in fibre, low in fats with adequate protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals.
- Maintain the regular meal timings and try to have soups and salads.
- Diet should include boiled, steamed or baked food.
- Ensure moderate use of edible oils (groundnut oil, olive oil), very less use of ghee and butter.
- Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water daily.
- Carry a fruit or some low-calorie high fibre biscuits while travelling.
Q: What should I avoid being a diabetic patient?
- Do not shop when you are hungry. You could be tempted to buy oily and fried food.
- Avoid overeating.
- Avoid maida, white bread, potato, noodles, corn flakes, poori, biryani, naan, fried rice, etc.
- Stop having daals with ghee, deep-fried pulses.
- Avoid cream soups, carrot juice, deep-fried vegetables, vegetable curries with excess oil.
Q: My blood sugar falls too often, what could be the reason?
- Avoid skipping meals, fasting, too much alcohol intake, taking alcohol on an empty stomach and taking a double dose.
- If you are taking any medicines mentioned in the drug interaction section, you need to inform your doctor.
- Always keep a juice or sugar candy with you, in case you experience symptoms of hypoglycemia like headache, irritability, drowsiness, reduced alertness or nausea, immediately have the juice or glucose....
- Do not have artificial sweeteners in this situation.
- If such episodes happen too often, inform your doctor as you may need a decrease in the dose of this medicine.
Q: When should I take the Gemer 1 tablet?
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Q: What is the composition of Gemer 1?
Q: Can I stop taking Gemer 1 if my blood sugar level comes in control?
Q: Is Gemer 1 tablet safe?
Q: Can the Gemer 1 cause stomach upset?
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