Limpet M 1 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you...
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SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Limpet M 1 is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION
Limpet M 1 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Limpet M 1 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Limpet M 1 is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring...
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CAUTION
Limpet M 1 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Limpet M 1 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limpet M 1 is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use ...
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Medicine Overview of Limpet M 1mg+500mg Tablet
Introduction
Limpet M 1 belongs to a category of medicines known as anti-diabetic drugs. It is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
Limpet M 1 should be take...
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Uses of Limpet M 1
Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Side effects of Limpet M 1
Common
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Taste change
Nausea
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Headache
Upper respiratory tract infection
How to use Limpet M 1
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Limpet M 1 is to be taken with food.
How Limpet M 1 works
Limpet M 1 is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Glimepiride and Metformin. Glimepiride is a sulfonylurea which works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood glucose. Metformin is a biguanide...
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Quick Tips
Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
Inform your doctor about your diabetes treatment if you are due to have surgery under a general anesthetic.
Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing or if you have persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as G...
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Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or...
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Brief Description
Indication
Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Administration
Should be taken with breakfast or first main meal of the day.
Adult Dose
Oral
Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Adult: Each tablet contains glimepiride 1 mg or 2 mg and metformin sustained release 500 mg
The initial recommende...
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Contraindication
Renal disease or renal dysfunction, as suggested by serum creatinine levels ≥1.5 mg/dL [males],
≥1.4 mg/dL [females] or abnormal creatinine c...
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Mode of Action
Glimepiride stimulates the insulin release from functioning pancreatic β-cells and inhibits gluconeogenesis at hepatic cells. It also increases insuli...
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Precaution
Renal and hepatic impairment. Avoid alcohol consumption. Hypoglycaemic episodes.
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