GLIMESTAR M 1 TABLET

It is advisable not to use this medicine during pregnancy as this medicine may harm your unborn baby.If you have diabetes and happen to be pregnant, your doctor may shift you from this medicine to insulin injections.Inform your doctor if you are planning a pregnancy or are pregnant.

It is advisable not to breastfeed during the treatment with Glimestar M Tablet as it may harm the baby.Consult your doctor for more information on the use of this medicine while breastfeeding.

It 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 a juice or chocolate.Note that artificial sweeteners are not of any use in such scenarios.

It is advisable not to consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.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 a serious complication known as ketoacidosis.

A diet should be high in fibre, low in fat with adequate protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and mineralsMaintain the regular meal timings and try to have soups and saladsDiet should include boiled, steamed, or baked foodEnsure moderate use of edible oils (groundnut oil, olive oil), very less use of ghee and butterDrink at least 8-10 glass of water dailyCarry fruit or low calorie high fibre biscuits while travelling

Do not shop when you are hungry. You could be tempted to buy oily and fried foodAvoid overeatingAvoid maida, white bread, potato, noodles, corn flakes, poori, biryani, naan, fried rice, etcStop having daals with ghee, deep-fried pulsesAvoid cream soups, carrot juice, deep-fried vegetables, vegetable curries with excess oil.

Avoid skipping meals, fasting, too much alcohol intake, taking alcohol on an empty stomach and taking double doseIf you are taking any medicines mentioned in the drug interaction section, you need to inform your doctorAlways 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.

You should take Glimestar M Tablet as advised by the doctor. It would be best if you take it during breakfast or the first main meal. Try to take the medicine at the same time every day.

The composition of Glimestar M Tablet includes - glimepiride and metformin, as its active components.

Glimestar M Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus; when diet, exercise and Glimepiride or Metformin alone is not able to control the blood sugar levels adequately.

The doctor will decide the specific dose for a specific duration depending upon the severity of the underlying condition. Please do not modify the dose or stop it before the prescribed duration, even if you feel better.

The frequency of taking Glimestar M Tablet will be decided by your doctor based on your age, weight, current regimen, blood sugar level and its control along with comorbidities present. The regimen varies from person to person.

No, you should not discontinue the treatment on your own. Keep taking this tablet even if your symptoms improve to help keep the disease under control as advised by your doctor for the specified duration. Gradual weening of the medication should be done to avoid adverse effects.

Glimestar M Tablet is known to control blood sugar to a greater extent than metformin or glimepiride alone. Glimepiride lowers the blood sugar level increasing 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 (allows the cells of the body to use blood glucose more effectively, reducing blood sugar).

Sometimes it may increase the risk of drop in blood sugar level as a side effect. So try to take your meals on time while taking Glimestar M Tablet. However, if you experience any symptoms related to hypoglycaemia such as drowsiness, unconsciousness, confusion etc, immediately drink the juice or eat the chocolate bar. Note that artificial sweeteners are not of any use in such scenarios. Always keep a juice or a bar of chocolate in the car close to you while driving or if you have frequent episodes of hypoglycaemia.