Mglimeperide Tablet 2/500 mg

Adult dose

This medication is administered once or twice daily before meals or with meals. The dosage can be adjusted based on the current therapy, efficacy, and tolerability of each patient, and appropriate blood sugar monitoring should be conducted. Generally, treatment is initiated at a low dose, adjusting for current medications and blood sugar levels. In clinical trials, the initial daily dosage was glimeperide/metformin hydrochloride 2 mg/500 mg.

This medication may cause severe lactic acidosis or hypoglycemia, so caution is advised. Especially if renal function deteriorates rapidly, this medication may accumulate in the body, increasing the risk of lactic acidosis. It is advisable to temporarily stop taking this medication and consult a doctor if experiencing dehydration, severe diarrhea, vomiting, or fever. Special caution is necessary if taking other medications that may worsen renal function. There are also associated risks of cardiovascular disease, so a thorough discussion with a physician is recommended before using this medication. Pregnant women or those planning to become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, should avoid using this medication. Children, elderly patients, and those with severe liver impairment should also use this medication with caution and regularly monitor renal function. Hypoglycemic symptoms may occur while taking this medication, so sugars should be consumed immediately if symptoms appear, and medical assistance should be sought if necessary. Gastrointestinal symptoms (diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, etc.) may occur frequently, so taking this medication with meals during initial use may be helpful. In case of overdose, severe hypoglycemia or lactic acidosis can occur, and immediate medical attention is required. Additionally, this medication may interact with other drugs, so inform your doctor or pharmacist of any other medications you are taking. Caution is needed while driving or operating machinery due to the possibility of hypoglycemia or impaired agility. Finally, store this medication out of reach of children and do not transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever, jaundice of skin or eyes, systemic lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, consciousness confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, markedly reduced urine output, general

Mild side effects

Gastrointestinal symptoms (diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal bloating, loss of appetite, dyspepsia, constipation, abdominal pain), taste disturbances, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, hemolytic anemia, erythrocytopenia, granulocytopenia, agranulocytosis, pancytopenia, peripheral neuropathy due to vitamin B12 decrease/deficiency, increased liver enzymes, liver function impairment, hepatitis, allergic vasculitis, photosensitivity, decreased serum sodium concentration, hypothyroidism,

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure, and it is best to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage can help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer duration.

Appearance

White rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle