Glimer 1 MG Tablet

Glimer 1 MG Tablet is a drug that is used on treating patients suffering from type 2 Diabetes, who cant control blood sugar levels through diet and exercise alone. Hence this drug is used to enhance the positive effects of diet and exercise with respect to blood sugar. It is also used in combination with other anti-diabetic medicines. It is a type of sulfonylurea anti diabetic medicine, that helps the pancreas in releasing insulin thus helping reduce the blood sugar level. It belongs to a class of drugs known as sulfonylureas.

Glimer 1 MG Tablet is a drug that is used on treating patients suffering from type 2 Diabetes,who can’t control sugar levels through diet and exercise alone. Hence this drug is used to enhance the effects of diet and exercise. It is also used along with other anti-diabetic medicines. It is a type of sulfonylurea anti diabetic medicine which helps the pancreas in releasing insulin thus helping reduce the blood sugar level.It belongs to a class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. Glimer 1 MG Tablet is available in oral tablet form.

Before starting a course of the medication, there are certain precautions that need to be taken. Firstly, any form of allergy must be mentioned to the the consulting doctor. Also, if you have any history of kidney or liver diseases, it should be mentioned to the doctor.

Glimer 1 MG Tablet makes the skin much more sensitive to the sun. Hence, if you are using this medication, use sunscreen to avoid skin problems. Limit the intake of alcohol during medication. Also inform the doctor if you are currently using any prescribed drugs or diet supplement. This drug shouldn’t be used by pregnant women. If you had a surgery recently, it is advisable not to take this medicine. The starting dose for Glimer 1 MG Tablet is a 1mg tablet once every day.

Glimer 1 MG Tablet might cause certain side effects as well. The common side effects arising due to the intake of Glimer 1 MG Tablet are: anxiety, irritability, sweating, dizziness, headache, fatigue, weakness etc. Generally these side effects are mild and go away on their own after a few days. If it doesn’t, then it’s important to seek medical care immediately. There might be some severe side effects too in rare cases. It might cause severe low blood sugar in some cases. It might also result in symptoms such as seizures, weakness, blurred vision etc. It can also cause allergic reactions like anaphylaxis which causes swelling of tongue or throat and causes difficulty in breathing. Some other side effects are stomach swelling, vomiting, nausea etc. Such severe side effects must be treated immediately.

Glimer 1 MG Tablet should be stored at a temperature between 20 to 25 degree celcius. It should be kept away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight. Keep the drug away from the reach of the children and pets.

Information given here is based on the salt and content of the medicine. Effect and uses of medicine may vary from person to person. It is advicable to consult a Diabetologist before using this medicine.

• Primary Hypercholesterolemia (high levels of cholesterol in the blood)

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet is used in the lowering of abnormally high levels of lipids in the blood.

• Mixed Dyslipidemia

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet is used to reduce high levels of LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood (main constituents of body fat in humans and other animals, as well as vegetable fat). It also increases the levels of high density cholesterol.

• Hypertriglyceridemia

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet is used in the lowering of triglycerides in the blood.

• Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet is also used in the management of blood cholesterol and lipid levels in cases where the condition is inherited.

• Prevention of cardiovascular diseases

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet is used in the prevention of stroke and heart attack if you are at risk due to conditions like Diabetes, Hypertension, Coronary Heart Disease etc. It is also used in people who don't have an active disease but are exposed to multiple risk factors like smoking, age, family history of occurrence etc.

• Liver disease

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet is not recommended if you have an active liver disease indicated by high levels of Transaminase levels in the body.

• Allergy

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet is not recommended if you have a known history of allergy to it.

• Cough

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet can cause severe cough as a side effect. It should be promptly reported to the doctor

• Difficulty in swallowing

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet can cause difficulty while swallowing food. It should be promptly reported to the doctor.

• Diarrhea

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet can cause diarrhea along with stomach discomfort, nausea, and vomiting.

• Impaired liver function

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet can cause an increase in serum Transaminase and other components indicating an impaired liver function.

• Joint pain

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet can cause pain in the joints.

• Muscle pain

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet can cause pain in muscles along with cramps and twitches.

• Running Nose

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet can cause running nose and difficulty in breathing.

• Difficulty in breathing

• Insomnia

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet can cause lack of sleep in some patients.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The medicine remains active in the body for 3 to 4 days after onset of action.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect can be observed within 3 to 5 days of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for women who are or may become pregnant.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for women who are breastfeeding due to a risk of severe adverse effect to the infant.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Glimer 1 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Glimenorm 1 MG Tablet

  Ajanta Pharma Ltd

• Glimetop 1 MG Tablet

  Rpg Life Sciences Ltd

• Glimcip 1 MG Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Glimikem 1 MG Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Gp 1 MG Tablet

  Usv Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dosage then the missed dose can be skipped.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  It is recommended to discontinue the medication and contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

• India

• United States

• Japan

Glimer 1 MG Tablet lowers the blood glucose by stimulating the release of insulin from pancreatic beta cells.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

• Interaction with Disease

  Liver Disease

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet should be given with extreme caution if you have an active liver disease. The dosage has to be suitably adjusted and clinical monitoring of liver function is necessary. The medicine should be discontinued if the liver function is abnormal even after reducing the dosage.

  Rhabdomyolysis

  Any incidence of a muscle disorder either active or historic should be reported to the doctor. The dosage needs to be very carefully adjusted in such cases. Clinical monitoring may be required in some cases. Any symptoms like muscle pain, weakness should be reported especially if it is accompanied by fever and unease.

  Cognitive Impairment

  Glimer 1 MG Tablet should be given with caution if you have any symptoms of memory loss, forgetfulness or confusion. The effects tend to go away once the use of statin is discontinued.

  Diabetes

  The doctor should be informed if you suffer from Diabetes. Glimer 1 MG Tablet should be taken with caution and close monitoring is required in such cases.

• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Food

  Grapefruit Juice

  Consumption of grapefruit juice should be avoided while you are on Glimer 1 MG Tablet. Signs and symptoms like muscle pain and weakness, fever, and chills, swelling of joints, skin rash, nausea, vomiting should be reported to the doctor.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Clarithromycin

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Consult your doctor before taking Glimer 1 MG Tablet with a medicine containing Clarithromycin. Report the historic use of either of the drugs to your doctor without fail. The doctor can make suitable adjustments to the dosage with close monitoring of lipid levels and liver function.

  Atazanavir

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Report the usage of either of the medicine to the doctor so that suitable adjustment in dosage and constant monitoring of liver function can be done.

  Cyclosporine

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Report the usage of either of the medicine to the doctor so that suitable adjustment in dosage and constant monitoring of liver function can be done.

  Erythromycin

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Report the usage of either of the medicine to the doctor so that suitable adjustment in dosage and constant monitoring of liver function can be done.

  Azithromycin

  The liver may be damaged if these medicines are taken together. Report the usage of either of the medicine to the doctor so that suitable adjustment in dosage can be done. Safety parameters need to be monitored at regular intervals. Any symptoms like muscle pain, weakness and dark colored urine should be reported immediately.