Glimepiride + Metformin is a prescription medicine. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Glimepiride + Metformin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Glimepiride + Metformin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Glimepiride + Metformin also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Glimepiride + Metformin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Glimepiride + Metformin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Glimepiride + Metformin has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Glimepiride + Metformin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Glimepiride + Metformin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Glimepiride + Metformin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Glimepiride + Metformin may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Glimepiride + Metformin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Glimepiride + Metformin 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Glimepiride + Metformin is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Glimepiride + Metformin safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Glimepiride + Metformin during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Glimepiride + Metformin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Glimepiride + Metformin.
What is the effect of Glimepiride + Metformin on the Kidneys?
Glimepiride + Metformin can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Glimepiride + Metformin on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Glimepiride + Metformin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Glimepiride + Metformin only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Glimepiride + Metformin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Glimepiride + Metformin on the heart have been reported.
Glimepiride + Metformin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glimepiride + Metformin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glimepiride + Metformin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Glimepiride + Metformin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Glimepiride + Metformin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Glimepiride + Metformin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Glimepiride + Metformin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Glimepiride + Metformin
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Glimepiride + Metformin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glimepiride + Metformin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Glimepiride + Metformin with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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