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GLIMEPIRIDE AND METFORMIN 1/500MG
Product Description
GLIMEPIRIDE AND METFORMIN 1/500MG tablet contains glimepiride + metformin, a combination oral anti-diabetic medicine used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults when diet, exercise, or a single medicine alone is not enough. It combines a sulfonylurea with a biguanide to improve blood sugar control through dual action—one component helps the pancreas release more insulin, while the other reduces glucose production in the liver and improves insulin sensitivity. GLIMEPIRIDE AND METFORMIN 1/500MG tablet is commonly available in strengths such as 1 mg/500 mg, 2 mg/500 mg, and sustained-release variants, with the exact GLIMEPIRIDE AND METFORMIN 1/500MG dosage chosen according to blood sugar levels, HbA1c, and kidney function. Regular use helps reduce long-term risks affecting the eyes, kidneys, nerves, and heart.
Pharmacist Note
Take GLIMEPIRIDE AND METFORMIN 1/500MG tablet with food, preferably your first main meal, to reduce stomach upset and lower the risk of low blood sugar. Do not skip meals after taking it, and keep glucose powder, sugar candy, or fruit juice nearby in case you feel sweating, tremors, or sudden weakness. Long-term use may need vitamin B12 monitoring.
Uses & Benefits
used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in adults.
Type 2 Diabetes Control: [{product_name}] tablet helps lower high blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes when lifestyle changes alone are not enough. Better sugar control supports healthier HbA1c levels and reduces the risk of long-term complications like kidney disease, neuropathy, and diabetic eye damage.
Dual Glucose-Lowering Action: [{product_name}] tablet offers two complementary mechanisms in one medicine. It helps improve insulin release while also reducing glucose production from the liver, making it effective for both fasting and post-meal sugar control.
Supports Better HbA1c Reduction: [{product_name}] tablet is often prescribed when single-drug treatment does not provide target glucose control. The combination approach may offer stronger HbA1c reduction and more stable day-to-day sugar readings.
Convenient Combination Therapy: By combining two anti-diabetic agents into one tablet, [{product_name}] tablet improves convenience and may reduce pill burden. This can help improve adherence in patients who need long-term diabetes treatment.
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How to Use & Safety Advice
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