Glio tablet 1mg

About Glio tablet 1mg

Glio tablet 1mg Uses

• Type 2 diabetes mellitus
• Blood sugar control alongside diet and exercise
• Used alone or combined with metformin or insulin
• Long term glycemic control

Drug Class

• Sulfonylurea
• Oral antidiabetic agent

What Experts Say

Glimepiride works by stimulating the pancreas to release more insulin, which lowers blood glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes.

It is usually taken once daily with the first main meal, and the dose is adjusted by the doctor based on blood sugar readings over time.

Its main risk is low blood sugar, especially if a meal is skipped, so a sugar source should be kept on hand and the doctor should be told about fasting plans such as during Ramzan.

Glio tablet 1mg formula

• Glimepiride 1mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Glio tablet 1mg?

• Take one tablet once daily, with breakfast or the first main meal.
• Swallow with water, do not skip the meal after taking it.
• Do not change the dose without your doctor's advice.
• Monitor blood sugar regularly as advised.

Drug Interactions

Glimepiride can interact with several medicines that affect blood sugar levels.

• Insulin or other diabetes medicines: Combined use raises the risk of hypoglycemia.
• Beta blockers: Can mask the warning signs of low blood sugar.
• NSAIDs and certain antibiotics (like sulfonamides): Can increase glimepiride's blood sugar lowering effect.

Risks and warnings

• Low blood sugar: Skipping meals or excess alcohol can cause dangerous hypoglycemia.
• Kidney or liver disease: Use with caution as drug clearance is reduced.
• Elderly patients: Higher risk of hypoglycemia, so lower doses are usually preferred.
• Pregnancy: Not recommended in pregnancy, insulin is preferred instead.

Glio tablet 1mg Side Effects

• Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
• Nausea
• Headache
• Weight gain
• Dizziness
• Skin rash (uncommon)

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight, out of reach of children.