Glimawin Plus Tablet

Adult dose

This medication is administered 1-2 times a day before meals or with meals. The dosage can be adjusted based on the patient's current treatment regimen, efficacy, and tolerability, with proper blood sugar monitoring required. It is standard to start treatment at a low dosage and adjust according to the current medications and blood sugar levels of the patient. In clinical trials, the initial daily dose was glimepiride/metformin hydrochloride

This medication can cause severe lactic acidosis or hypoglycemia, so it should be avoided, especially in cases where renal function has significantly deteriorated. It is advisable to temporarily discontinue this medication and consult a doctor in case of dehydration, severe diarrhea, vomiting, or fever. Patients with cardiovascular diseases, severely impaired liver function, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and those with certain kidney diseases should not use this medication. Particular caution is needed for elderly patients, malnourished individuals, patients with irregular eating habits, or those with other specific diseases as they are at a higher risk of hypoglycemia. Regular monitoring of blood sugar and kidney function is necessary during the administration of this medication, and any unusual symptoms should be promptly reported to healthcare providers. Additionally, this medication may interact with other drugs, so it is vital to consult with a doctor or pharmacist when starting or stopping other medications. Caution should also be exercised while driving or operating machinery due to the possibility of hypoglycemia or impaired agility, and alcohol consumption should be avoided. Elderly patients and children require closer observation and dosage adjustments. In case of overdose, hypoglycemia or lactic acidosis may occur, and immediate emergency treatment should be sought if symptoms appear. Furthermore, this medication may lower vitamin B12 levels, so regular vitamin B12 testing is recommended during long-term use. Finally, this medication should be taken regularly according to a doctor's instructions, and dietary and exercise therapies should be combined for effective blood sugar control.

Serious side effects

Hives, difficulty breathing, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, severe edema accompanied by increased blood pressure, high fever with severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral or eye mucosa, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, vision disturbances, paralysis, significantly reduced urine output, cardiac arrest, severe allergic reaction, severe dermatitis

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal bloating
• loss of appetite
• indigestion
• constipation
• abdominal pain
• taste disturbance
• visual impairment
• erythema

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent the entry of air or moisture and kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

White oblong film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle