Glyset contain an active ingredient glimepiride. It used to lower blood glucose by stimulating the release of insulin from pancreatic beta cells. This is used as oral by the patients of diabetic type 2.
Glyset tablet increases the secretion of insulin from the pancreas and regulates the release of glucose from the liver. This medicine is not recommended to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding women unless necessary. The medicine should be taken orally with breakfast or with the first meal of the day. Adequate amount of water should be consumed while taking the glyset tablets. This medicine may cause sleepiness in patients and the patients may feel low and lazy.Incase of any side effect consult your doctor immediately.
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Manufactured by |
Wilshire Laboratories (Pvt) Ltd |
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Product form |
Tablet |
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Flavor |
- |
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Generic ingredient |
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Active ingredient |
glimepiride |
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Age |
Any |
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Recommended dosage |
Prescribed by the doctor. |
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Prescription |
Required |
- This medicine is used for diabetic patients.
- Take the medicine according to prescription.
- Consult the doctor on overdose or when you skipped the dose.
- It is recommended to discontinue the medication and contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.
- Symptoms like dizziness, confusion, increased heartbeat, tremor and sweating after taking the medication should be reported immediately.
- It causes allergic skin reactions when exposed to the sun. Take precautionary skin protection measures while going out into the sun if you are taking this medicine.
Q: Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported
Q: Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Q: Onset of action of this tablet?
The effect of this medicine can be observed within an hour of oral administration. However, it takes 2-4 hours for the medicine to reach its peak effect.