Description

Glimepiride 3 mg + Metformin 850 mg Tablets

Glimepiride 3 mg + Metformin 850 mg Tablets are an oral prescription medicine containing two active ingredients, glimepiride and metformin. This combination is commonly prescribed to help manage type 2 diabetes when diet, exercise, or a single diabetes medicine may not provide adequate blood sugar control.

Glimepiride belongs to a class of medicines called sulfonylureas and works by helping the pancreas release insulin. Metformin belongs to the biguanide class and helps reduce glucose production by the liver while improving the body’s sensitivity to insulin. Together, these medicines can help maintain healthier blood glucose levels when used as directed by a healthcare professional.

Key Benefits

• Contains Glimepiride 3 mg + Metformin 850 mg
• Used as part of treatment for type 2 diabetes
• Helps support blood sugar control
• Combines two diabetes medicines in a single tablet
• Designed to be used alongside a healthy diet and regular physical activity

How to Take Glimepiride 3 mg + Metformin 850 mg

Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is generally taken with meals to help reduce stomach-related side effects. Swallow the tablet with water and do not change the dose or stop treatment without consulting your healthcare provider.

Your doctor may monitor your blood glucose levels and adjust your dosage based on your response to treatment.

Important Information

Glimepiride can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), particularly if meals are skipped, alcohol is consumed, or the medicine is taken in a higher dose than prescribed. Metformin may cause gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, or stomach discomfort, especially when treatment is started.

Tell your healthcare professional about any other medicines or medical conditions before using this product. Seek medical advice if you experience symptoms of unusually low blood sugar or other concerning reactions.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Glimepiride 3 mg + Metformin 850 mg used for?
Glimepiride 3 mg + Metformin 850 mg is prescribed to help manage blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes, together with diet and exercise.

2. How does Glimepiride and Metformin work?
Glimepiride helps the pancreas release insulin, while metformin reduces glucose production by the liver and improves insulin sensitivity. Their combined effects can help improve blood glucose control.

3. Should Glimepiride + Metformin be taken with food?
This combination is generally taken with meals, according to the prescribing instructions. Taking it with food may help reduce digestive side effects and can be particularly important for medicines containing metformin.

4. Can Glimepiride + Metformin cause low blood sugar?
Yes. Because glimepiride increases insulin release, hypoglycemia can occur. The risk may increase if you skip meals, exercise unusually heavily, drink alcohol, or take more medicine than prescribed.

5. Can I stop taking Glimepiride 3 mg + Metformin 850 mg when my blood sugar improves?
Do not stop or change your diabetes medication without speaking with your doctor. Improved blood sugar may indicate that the treatment is working, but ongoing treatment and monitoring are usually necessary to manage type 2 diabetes.