Apriglim-MF 1 Tablet (Glimepiride 1mg / Metformin 1gm)

Medical Description

Apriglim Mf 1mg Tablet 10’S contains a combination of Glimepiride and Metformin, an anti-diabetic medicine.

uses

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

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.

sideEffects

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.

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precautions And Warnings

Pregnancy

Q:Can I take Apriglim Mf 1mg 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 Mf 1mg 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.

Driving

Q:Can I drive if I have consumed Apriglim Mf 1mg Tablet 10’S?
A:It can cause low blood sugar levels which can lead to drowsiness, unconsciousness or confusion. These can be dangerous while driving
Consult your doctor whether you can drive a car if you have frequent episodes of hypoglycemia
Keep a juice or chocolate in the car close to you while driving, in case you start feeling any of the above symptoms of hypoglycemia, immediately have the juice or chocolate
Note that artificial sweeteners are not of any use in such scenarios.