Diapride M2 Tablet PR 15's

• Diapride M2 Tablet contains Glimepiride 2mg and Metformin 500mg used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels
• It also helps prevent loss of legs, blindness, and kidney damage due to diabetes
• Chemical Class: Third-generation Sulfonylurea derivative, Biguanides Derivative
• Addictive Drug: No
• Therapeutic Class: Anti Diabetic
• Action Class: Sulfonylureas, Biguanides
• Schedule “H” drug Warning: Not to be sold without the prescription of a registered medical practitioner
• Schedule “G” prescription drug Caution: This medication must be taken only under medical supervision
• Store at a normal temperature below 30°C

Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in adults

• Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this tablet as it may cause low sugar levels or Lactic Acidosis (high lactic acid levels in the blood)
• This medicine is only for adults and is not safe for children
• Do not take a double dose of this Tablet if you miss a dosage, take it as soon as possible but if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and follow the regular schedule prescribed by your doctor

Tell your doctor if you take any of the following before you take Diapride M2 Tablet

• Insulin (Injection or other forms)
• BP Tablets
• Water Pills (Diuretics)
• Medicines taken for Heart Failure or heart problems
• Tablets that are taken for Hypertension
• Steroids
• Thyroid hormones
• Antibiotics
• Calcium channel blockers (medicines for blood pressure)
• Antacids
• HIV/AIDS drugs
• Anticancer drugs
• Antifungals
• Other Antidiabetic drugs
• Anticonvulsants (Medicine taken for seizures)

Pregnant or breastfeeding women must consult their doctor before taking Diapride M2 Tablet PR as it is unsafe to take this medication during pregnancy and it may affect the newborn baby

• Avoid skipping breakfast, lunch and dinner as it may cause low blood sugar levels while taking this medicine
• Check your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine
• This medicine can cause low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss eating food
• Always carry some sweet food or fruit juice with you in case you experience cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremors (shaking of body parts without control), and anxiety (fear, stress, uneasiness) as these are signs of low blood sugar levels
• Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms, such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (signs of jaundice)
• Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, continuous sick and vomiting sensation, and stomach pain as Metformin may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood
• Long use of Metformin may cause Vitamin B12 deficiency which may lead to anemia (lack of red blood cells to carry oxygen), causing fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath, or headache
• Reduce the amount of salt and sugar that you take with food, try to control your weight and eat healthy food

Glimepiride

• Low blood sugar or Hypoglycemia
• Nausea (Sickness and vomiting sensation)
• Headache
• Dizzy feeling
   

Metformin

• Nausea & Vomiting
• Change of Taste
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Loss of appetite
• Lactic Acidosis (Rare high lactic acid levels in the blood)
   

Life-threatening Hypoglycemia, Lactic Acidosis (Overdose)

Diapride M2 Tablet can be taken after eating food to avoid stomach upset at a time prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole, do not chew or crush or break the tablet

Diapride M2 Tablet contains Glimepiride 2mg, Metformin 500mg


Glimepiride increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower blood glucose


Metformin reduces glucose production in the liver, delaying the absorption of sugar (glucose) from the intestines, and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin

Q. What is Diapride M2?
Diapride M2 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine that contains Glimepiride 2mg, and Metformin 500mg used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels

 

Q. When should I take Diapride M2?
Take the medicine at a time as prescribed by your doctor after eating food to avoid stomach upset

• Do not take this tablet if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), severe kidney or liver disease
• Tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease, thyroid disease, Vitamin B12 deficiency or some hormonal conditions as this medicine may not be suitable for you
• This is generally prescribed with a low dosage for patients with mild to moderate liver disease and must be avoided by patients with severe liver disease, consult your doctor regarding this
• Tell your doctor if you are allergic to this medicine or if you have G6PD deficiency (an inherited condition affecting red blood cells), or if you have surgery scheduled