Glibeta Tablets 2 mg (Glimepiride)

Adult dose

Take orally once a day. The initial dose is 1 mg of glimepiride taken once daily. If necessary, increase the dose by 1 mg at intervals of 1 to 2 weeks. Generally, additional benefits are minimal when doses of 4 mg or higher are given; however, some patients may increase their dosage up to 6 mg or 8 mg. If taking 4 mg daily fails, consider insulin therapy or other oral diabetes medications.

This medication should not be used in patients with insulin-dependent diabetes or who experience diabetic ketoacidosis or coma. Also, individuals with allergies to this drug or its components should not take it. There is no experience using this medication in patients with severe liver or kidney dysfunction, so switching to insulin therapy is recommended. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take this medication. In patients with severe infections, before and after surgery, or those with severe injuries, insulin therapy is needed instead of this medication. If gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhea or vomiting occur, absorption of food may be impaired, increasing the risk of hypoglycemia. Additionally, this medication contains lactose; patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic disorders should not take it. During the initial week of dosing, the risk of hypoglycemia is high, so blood sugar levels should be closely monitored. Caution is particularly needed for the elderly, those with poor nutritional status or irregular eating habits, and frequent alcohol consumers. Patients with unbalanced exercise and food intake, or those with weak kidney and liver functions may also be more sensitive to hypoglycemia. The risk of hypoglycemia can increase in patients with other endocrine disorders or those who overdose on medications. Interactions with other medications taken alongside this medication can also affect blood sugar control, so it is important to inform your doctor or pharmacist. The most common side effect of this medication is hypoglycemia, which may manifest as headache, severe hunger, nausea, fatigue, confusion, drowsiness, or loss of consciousness. If symptoms of hypoglycemia appear, sugar-rich food should be consumed immediately, and in severe cases, emergency treatment may be necessary. Temporary blurred vision, gastrointestinal symptoms, or liver function abnormalities may occur during initial dosing or during significant blood sugar changes. Rarely, severe side effects such as blood abnormalities, allergic reactions, or hepatitis may occur, and if any unusual symptoms arise, immediate consultation with a physician is required. This medication should be taken regularly and must be combined with dietary management and exercise therapy for optimal blood sugar control. To reduce the risk of hypoglycemia, always have sugar available, and discuss hypoglycemic symptoms and treatment options with family members. In stressful situations or when blood sugar control is difficult due to surgery or infection, switching to insulin therapy may be necessary. Regular monitoring of blood sugar and urine sugar tests should be conducted during treatment, and if symptoms change, consult your doctor immediately. This medication should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding, as it may harm the fetus or newborn. Its safety and efficacy have not been established in children under 18 years of age, so its use is not recommended. Caution should be exercised in the elderly, as decreased renal function may lead to a delayed drug elimination, necessitating dosage adjustments. In the event of an overdose, severe hypoglycemia may occur, requiring immediate emergency measures such as inducing vomiting, gastric lavage, or intravenous glucose administration. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and store it in its original container to maintain quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (including angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual abnormalities,

Mild side effects

Headache, severe hunger, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, sleep disturbances, anxiety, aggression, decreased concentration, reduced agility or activity, depression, confusion, speech abnormalities, aphasia, visual impairment, tremors, incomplete paralysis, perceptual disturbances, dizziness, weakness, loss of self-control, temporary mental confusion, drowsiness, bradycardia, sweating, cold and moist skin, tachycardia, hypertension, palpitations, angina, deep vein thrombosis, blurred vision, or fullness or pressure in the upper abdomen

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Maintaining a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius is recommended. Proper storage helps to keep the medication's efficacy and safety for a longer period.

Appearance

Green oblong tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle