Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes. Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone related warnings section.
Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions.
Drug interactions for Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone safe during breastfeeding?
Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone on the Kidneys?
Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone on the Liver?
Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone on the Heart?
Side effects of Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone rarely affect the heart.
Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone habit forming or addictive?
Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone with alcohol will be.
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