Apriglim-M 0.5 Tablet (Glimepiride 0.5mg / Metformin 500mg)

Medical Description

Apriglim M 0.5mg Tablet 10’S contains a combination of Glimepiride and Metformin, an anti-diabetic medicine.

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Uses of Apriglim M 0.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
This medicine is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus; when diet, exercise and Glimepiride or Metformin alone is not able to control the blood sugar levels adequately.

Contraindications of Apriglim M 0.5mg 

If you are allergic to metformin, glimepiride or any of the ingredient of this medicine
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
If you have serious kidney failure or liver failure
If you have any metabolic acidosis (too much acid in the body fluids) like lactic acidosis, diabetic ketoacidosis or diabetic pre-coma
If you have dehydration, severe infections, shock and injections containing iodine
If you have had heart or lung failure, recent incidence of heart attack and shock
If you are alcoholic.

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Side effects of Apriglim M 0.5mg 

Metabolic disorders: weight gain, low blood sugar level which can cause headache, sweating, nausea, wet skin, anxiety and restlessness
Stomach disorders: vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, loss of taste sensation, metallic taste and stomach discomfort (pressure and fullness)
Heart disorders: High blood pressure, irregular heart rhythm, chest pain (arrhythmias)
Skin disorders: Allergic skin reactions like rashes, itching, red bumps on the skin and sometimes hair loss, in case of progressive skin allergy, inform the doctor immediately, it might lead to shock
Eye disorders: Temporary visual disturbances
Blood disorders: Changes in blood cell count, anemia
Others: Difficulty in breathing, decrease in vitamin B12 levels alter brain function and light sensitivity.

Precautions and Warnings of Apriglim M 0.5mg

Pregnancy

Q:Can I take Apriglim M 0.5mg Tablet 10’S during pregnancy?
A:It is advisable not to use this medicine during pregnancy as this medicine may harm your unborn baby
If you have diabetes and happen to be pregnant, your doctor may shift you from this medicine to insulin injections
Inform your doctor if you are planning a pregnancy or are pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Q:Can I take Apriglim M 0.5mg Tablet 10’S while breastfeeding?
A:It is advisable not to breastfeed during the treatment with this medicine as it may harm the baby
Consult your doctor for more information on the use of this medicine while breastfeeding.