Glimitus 3 mg (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 12.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 360.00)

Strip Price: ৳ 120.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Glimepiride
Company	Ziska pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as	Glimitus 1 mg tablet Glimitus 2 mg tablet Glimitus 4 mg tablet

Title

Glimepiride Tablets

Description

Glimepiride is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to lower the blood glucose in patients with noninsulin dependent (Type II) diabetes mellitus (NIDDM). It stimulates the release of insulin from functioning pancreatic beta cells, reduces basal hepatic glucose production, and increases peripheral tissue sensitivity to insulin.

Dimensions

Varies based on tablet size and packaging

Color options

White
Off-white

Functions

Lowers blood glucose levels
Stimulates insulin release
Reduces hepatic glucose production
Increases insulin sensitivity in peripheral tissues

Materials

Active ingredient: Glimepiride
Inactive ingredients: Vary based on formulation

Technical specifications

Dosage: 1-6 mg daily, based on glucose monitoring
Dosage Adjustment: Required with changes in patient's weight or lifestyle
Mode of Action: Stimulates insulin release from pancreatic beta cells

Design elements

Tablet form
Scored for easy splitting

Usability features

Must be swallowed with sufficient liquid
Must not be taken during pregnancy or lactation

Contraindications

Insulin dependent (Type I) diabetes mellitus
Diabetic ketoacidosis
Diabetic coma
Hypersensitivity to sulfonylureas or sulfonamides
Severe hepatic or renal dysfunction

Side effects

Hypoglycemia
Temporary visual impairment
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Urticaria
Fall in blood pressure

Pregnancy and lactation

Pregnancy: Not to be taken, changeover to insulin necessary
Lactation: Harmful to breastfeeding infants, discontinuation necessary

Precautions and warnings

Risk of hypoglycemia in initial weeks of treatment
Dosage adjustment required with risk of hypoglycemia

Overdose effects

Mild Overdose: Treat with oral glucose and adjustments in drug dosage or meal patterns
Severe Overdose: Medical emergency, requires immediate hospitalization