GLIMDA 3 TAB

Description

Glimda 3 Tablet is an oral anti-diabetic medicine manufactured by Cipla Ltd, containing Glimepiride 3mg as its active ingredient. It belongs to the sulfonylurea class of drugs and is primarily used for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults, particularly when lifestyle changes (diet and exercise) alone are inadequate for blood sugar control.

How it Works:
Glimepiride lowers blood sugar by stimulating the pancreas to release more insulin. It acts on pancreatic beta cells, resulting in increased insulin secretion, which enables the body’s cells to absorb and utilize glucose more efficiently. This mechanism effectively lowers elevated blood glucose and helps prevent long-term complications of diabetes such as kidney disease, nerve damage, and vision loss.

Uses of Glimda 3:

• Management of type 2 diabetes mellitus

• Reducing the risk of diabetes-related complications with effective blood sugar control

Key Benefits:

• Provides effective control of both fasting and postprandial (after-meal) blood glucose

• Can be used alone or in combination with other oral anti-diabetic agents or insulin

• Contributes to prevention of serious diabetes complications when used long-term

Dosage & Administration:

• Usual dosage: One tablet daily, typically with or just before the first main meal

• Dose adjustments may be made by your physician based on blood glucose response

• Take the tablet whole with water, at the same time each day for maximum benefit

• Do not stop or change dose without consulting your doctor

Safety & Precautions:

• To be taken only under medical supervision

• Not to be used in patients with type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, or severe kidney or liver disease

• Caution in the elderly, and in those with a history of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)

• Common side effects: hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), dizziness, headache, nausea, weakness, weight gain

• Alcohol should be avoided, as it can increase the risk of low blood sugar

• Blood glucose levels should be monitored regularly while on Glimda 3

• Not recommended in pregnancy and breastfeeding unless specifically prescribed

Note:
Consistent blood sugar monitoring, regular follow-ups, adherence to prescribed diet and exercise, and taking Glimda 3 Tablet exactly as directed are critical for optimal diabetes management and prevention of complications.