Glimestar-3 Tablet 10's

• Glimestar 3 contains Glimepiride 3mg used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and reduce high blood sugar levels of adults
• It also prevents serious complications of diabetes like kidney failure, blindness, and the loss of limbs
• Chemical Class: Third-generation Sulfonylurea Derivative
• Addictive drug: No
• Therapeutic Class: Anti Diabetic
• Action Class: Sulfonylureas (Insulin Secretagogues)
• Schedule “H” prescription drug Caution: Not to be sold at a retail outlet without the prescription of a registered medical practitioner
• Store below 30°C
• Keep out of the reach of children

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults

• Glimestar 3 Tablet must not be taken with alcohol as it can cause hypoglycemia or other side effects
• Avoid intake of Fish Oil (omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids)
• Do not take a double dose or overdose of Glimestar 3 Tablet if you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and follow your regular schedule as prescribed
• Glimestar 3mg Tablet & Trimethoprim: Life-threatening
• Glimestar 3mg Tablet & Amiloride: Serious
• Glimestar 3mg Tablet & Atenolol: Serious
• Glimestar 3mg Tablet & Beclometasone: Serious
   

Glimestar 3mg interacts with the following, consult your doctor
 

• Vitamins D3, Vitamin C, Vitamin B12
• Antidiabetic drugs (liraglutide, rosuvastatin, dapagliflozin, metformin, glyburide, insulin, canagliflozin, sitagliptin, empagliflozin)
• Blood pressure (furosemide, atorvastatin)
• Pain killers (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen)
• Blood thinners (clopidogrel, warfarin)

Glimestar 3 Tablet is not safe for pregnant women so they must consult their doctor before taking it. This medicine is safe if properly prescribed only for breastfeeding mothers

• Glimestar 3 Tablet helps decrease high blood sugar levels and avoid serious complications of diabetes
• Take it shortly before or with your breakfast. Avoid skipping meals
• Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine
• Be careful while doing tasks that require concentration until you know how Glimestar 3mg Tablet affects you
• It can cause hypoglycemia or low blood sugar level when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or if you delay or miss a meal
• Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremors, and anxiety
• Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms, such as stomach pain, loss of appetite, or jaundice

• Hypoglycemia or low blood glucose level
• Headache
• Nausea and dizziness
• Blood pressure drop
• Abnormal liver function
• Jaundice
• Hepatitis or Liver failure

Glimestar 3 Tablet can be taken with food regularly as prescribed. Swallow the tablet as a whole do not chew, crush or break it

Glimestar 3 Tablet is an antidiabetic medication that contains Glimepiride 3mg

Glimepiride increases insulin production by the pancreas and reduces high glucose levels in the body

Q. Does Glimestar 3mg Tablet make us sleepy?
Glimestar 3 Tablet does not cause sleepiness but it may cause hypoglycemia or low blood sugar when taken along with other anti-diabetes medicine which may, in turn, affect your sleep and make you feel sleepy

Q. Is Glimestar 3 Tablet safe for the kidneys?
Glimestar 3 Tablet does not affect kidneys in patients with normal kidney function but it must be avoided by patients with severe kidney disease as Glimepiride is eliminated by the kidneys

Q. Does Glimestar 3 Tablet cause memory loss?
No, it is unknown whether Glimestar 3 Tablet can cause memory loss

Q. Who should not take Glimestar 3 Tablet?
Glimestar 3mg Tablet must not be taken by patients who are allergic to it, have severe kidney or liver disease, have G6PD-deficiency, have type 1 diabetes mellitus, or are scheduled to have surgery

Q. How long does Glimestar 3 Tablet take to start working?
Glimestar 3 Tablet takes 2 to 3 hours to reduce your blood sugar levels, continue taking the medicines as long as your doctor has prescribed them

Q. How long do I need to take Glimestar 3 Tablet? Can I stop the medication if I feel normal?
Treatment of diabetes is long-term sometimes it is lifelong. Do not stop taking Glimestar 3 mg without consulting your doctor as it only controls your blood sugar levels but does not cure diabetes

Q. How and when to take Glimestar 3mg Tablet?
Take Glimestar 3 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Taken it whole with water before or during your first meal

Q. What happens if I take an overdose of Glimestar 3 Tablet?
Overdose of Glimestar 3mg Tablet may cause low blood sugar levels than normal or hypoglycemia. Severe cases of hypoglycemia with loss of consciousness and coma needs immediate medical help and hospital admission

• Glimestar 3mg must be avoided if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, diabetic ketoacidosis, severe kidney or liver disease
• Consult your physician before taking this medication if you have heart problems, thyroid, or hormonal imbalance as it may not be suitable for your conditions
• Patients with heart diseases, low blood sugar, G6PD deficiency, and electrolytes imbalance must avoid Glimestar 3 Tablet