Glimkap Information

Glimkap is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes.

The optimal dosage of Glimkap is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Glimkap as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Glimkap go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Glimkap is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Glimkap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Glimkap since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Glimkap contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Glimkap may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Glimkap is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Glimkap Benefits & Uses
Glimkap Dosage & How to Take
Glimkap Side Effects
Glimkap Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Glimkap with Other Drugs
Glimkap Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Glimkap
Glimkap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Glimkap Benefits & Uses

Glimkap is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Glimkap Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Glimkap Related Warnings

Is the use of Glimkap safe for pregnant women?

Glimkap can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Glimkap, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Glimkap safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Glimkap for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Glimkap on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Glimkap. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Glimkap on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Glimkap. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Glimkap only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Glimkap on the Heart?

Glimkap has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Glimkap with Other Drugs

Glimkap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Ibuprofen

Captopril

Propranolol

Aspirin

Fluconazole

Glimkap Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glimkap unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
Alopecia
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Glimkap

Is this Glimkap habit forming or addictive?

Glimkap does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Glimkap since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Glimkap is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Glimkap in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Glimkap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Glimkap

There is no information on the effects of taking Glimkap with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Glimkap

Taking alcohol with Glimkap can be dangerous.

Severe