1 mg, 2 mg tablets
glimepiride<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Glimepiride Sandoz is a blood sugar lowering medicine in tablet form. The drug belongs to the group of sufonureids that lower your blood sugar. Glimepiride Sandoz works by increasing the amount of insulin released from the pancreas. Insulin then lowers your blood sugar level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What Glimepiride Sandoz is used for<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Glimepiride Sandoz is used to treating a special type of diabetes ( type 2 diabetes mellitus ) as diet, exercise and weight reduction alone have not been sufficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Glimepiride contained in Glimepiride Sandoz may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information. Ask your doctor, pharmacist or other healthcare professional if you have any further questions and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not take this medicine if any of the above apply to you. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Glimepiride Sandoz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Talk to <\/strong>your <\/strong>doctor or pharmacist <\/strong>before <\/strong>taking <\/strong> Glimepiride Sandoz again<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are not sure if you have any of the above, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Glimepiride Sandoz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In patients who lack the enzyme et glucose \u20116\u2011 phosphate dehydrogenase, decreased haemoglobin levels and red blood cell degradation ( haemolytic anaemia) may occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Treatment of persons under 18 years of age is not recommended as there is insufficient information on the treatment of this patient group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Important information about hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n When you take Glimepiride Sandoz you may get hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar). See below for more information on hypoglycaemia, its symptoms and treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The following factors may increase the risk of hypoglycaemia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Signs of hypoglycaemia include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If your blood sugar levels continue to drop, you may experience pronounced confusion ( delirium ), seizures, loss of self-control, shallow breathing, and slower heart rate (low heart rate ) and you may become unconscious. A severe drop in blood sugar can resemble a stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Treatment of hypoglycaemia:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In most cases, the signs of lowered blood sugar disappear very quickly when you take sugar in some form, e.g. sugar cubes, sweet juice or sugared tea. You should therefore always carry some form of sugar with you (eg pieces of sugar). Remember that artificial sweeteners are not effective. Contact your doctor or see a hospital if you do not improve your sugar intake or if your symptoms return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Laboratory tests<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The sugar level in your blood or urine should be checked regularly. Your doctor may also want to take blood samples to analyze your blood cells and liver function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Glimepiride Sandoz is not recommended for use in children below 18 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have recently taken or might take any other medicines. Your doctor may want to change the dose of one of Glimepiride Sandoz if you are taking other medicines that may weaken or enhance the effect of Glimepiride Sandoz on your blood sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The following medicines may increase the blood sugar-lowering effect of Glimepiride Sandoz and lead<\/p>\n\n\n\n to an increased risk of hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar):<\/p>\n\n\n\n The following medicines may lower the blood sugar lowering effect of Glimepiride Sandoz. This may lead to an increased risk of hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar):<\/p>\n\n\n\n The following medicines may either enhance or weaken the blood-glucose-lowering effect of Glimepiride Sandoz:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Glimepiride Sandoz may either increase or decrease the effect of the following medicines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Kolesevelam, a drug used to lower cholesterol, has an effect on the uptake of Glimepiride Sandoz. To avoid this effect, you should take Glimepiride Sandoz at least 4 hours before cholesevelam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Alcohol can potentially enhance or weaken the blood sugar lowering effect of Glimepiride Sandoz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pregnancy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Glimepiride Sandoz should not be used during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Breast-feeding<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Glimepiride Sandoz may pass into breast milk. Glimepiride Sandoz should not be used during breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your ability to concentrate and react may be impaired if your blood sugar is lowered ( hypoglycaemia ) or elevated ( hyperglycaemia ) or if your vision is impaired as a result of these conditions. Always keep in mind that you may expose yourself or others (eg when driving or operating machines) to danger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ask your doctor if you can drive if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention. One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or side effects. Descriptions of these effects and side effects can be found in other sections. Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This medicine contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg) sodium per tablet, ie it is essentially ‘sodium-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Use of this medicine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dosage instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The dosage of Glimepiride Sandoz depends on your needs, your condition and the results of blood and urine sugar tests and is determined by your doctor. Do not take more tablets than your doctor has prescribed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g. If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor, hospital or the Poison Information Center for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have taken too much Glimepiride Sandoz or an extra dose, there is a risk of hypoglycaemia (signs of hypoglycaemia see section 2) and therefore you should get enough sugar immediately (eg sugar cubes, sweet juice, sweetened tea) and contact a doctor immediately. When treating hypoglycaemia in children who have accidentally ingested Glimepiride Sandoz, it is important that the amount of sugar is carefully determined to avoid the occurrence of dangerous hyperglycaemia. People who are unconscious should not be given food or drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As hypoglycaemia can be persistent, it is important that the patient is closely monitored until the danger is over. Hospitalization may be necessary, if only as a precaution. Bring packing or any remaining tablets so that your doctor knows what you have taken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Severe cases of hypoglycaemia with unconsciousness and severe effects on the nervous system require immediate medical treatment and hospitalization. There should always be an understanding person who can contact a doctor in an emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you forget to take a dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you stop or stop treatment, you should be aware that the desired blood sugar lowering effect can not be achieved and that the disease may worsen again. Continue to use Glimepiride Sandoz until your doctor tells you to stop treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Some patients experienced the following side effects during treatment with Glimepiride Sandoz:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Rare<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n These problems usually get better as soon as you stop using Glimepiride Sandoz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Very <\/strong>rare<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people): <\/p>\n\n\n\n Has been reported<\/strong> (occurs in the unknown number of users):<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this information. You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency. By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton, jar and blister after EXP. The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Store below 25 \u00b0<\/sup> C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1 mg tablets:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2 mg tablets:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 1 mg tablets<\/em> :<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pink, slightly marbled, oblong, flat tablets with bevelled edges and break notches<\/p>\n\n\n\n on both sides and marked \u201cG1\u201d on one side.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2 mg tablets<\/em> :<\/p>\n\n\n\n Green, slightly marbled, oblong, flat tablets with bevelled edges and break notches on both sides and marked “G2” on one side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The tablets are packaged in clear PVC \/ PE \/ PVDC \/ Aluminum blister or packed in a white PP tablet jar with LDPE or MDPE lid and inserted in a carton, or packaged in a white PP tablet jar with LDPE or MDPE lid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pack sizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Blisters: 7, 14, 15, 28, 30, 56, 60, 90, 98, 100, 120, 180, 200 and 100×1 tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tablet jar: 100 and 250 tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sandoz A \/ S<\/p>\n\n\n\n Edvard Thomsens Vej 14<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2300 Copenhagen S<\/p>\n\n\n\n Denmark<\/p>\n\n\n\n Manufacturer<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Lek Pharmaceuticals dd, Verovkova 57, 1526 Ljubljana, Slovenia<\/p>\n\n\n\n or<\/p>\n\n\n\n LEK SA, Ul. Podlipie 16, 95-010 Stryk\u00f3w, Poland<\/p>\n\n\n\n or<\/p>\n\n\n\n LEK SA, Ul. Domaniewska 50 C, 02-672 Warsaw, Poland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n or<\/p>\n\n\n\n Salutas Pharma GmbH, Otto-von-Guericke- Allee 1, 39179 Barleben, Germany.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This medicinal product is authorized under the European Economic Area under the names:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Glimepiride Sandoz is a blood sugar lowering medicine in tablet form. The drug belongs to the group of sufonureids that lower your blood sugar. Glimepiride Sandoz works by increasing the amount of insulin released from the pancreas. Insulin then lowers your blood sugar level.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2200,2207],"tags":[14369,14380,10710,14376,14381,14379,14368,10713,10712,14378,10711,14377],"class_list":["post-13435","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-medicines","category-g","tag-benefits-of-glimepiride","tag-benefits-of-glimepiride-sandoz","tag-glimepiride","tag-glimepiride-sandoz","tag-glimepiride-sandoz-side-effects","tag-glimepiride-sandoz-tablet","tag-glimepiride-side-effects","tag-glimepiride-tablet","tag-what-glimepiride-is-used-for","tag-what-glimepiride-sandoz-is-used-for","tag-what-is-glimepiride","tag-what-is-glimepiride-sandoz"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13435","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13435"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13435\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":15486,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13435\/revisions\/15486"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13435"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13435"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13435"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}What you need to know before you take Glimepiride Sandoz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Do not take Glimepiride Sandoz:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Children and young people<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Other medicines and Glimepiride Sandoz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Glimepiride Sandoz with alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Glimepiride Sandoz contains lactose and sodium <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
3. How to take Glimepiride Sandoz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you take more Glimepiride Sandoz than you should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you forget to take Glimepiride Sandoz <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you stop taking Glimepiride Sandoz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
5. How to store Glimepiride Sandoz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Each tablet contains 1 mg glimepiride.
Each tablet contains 2 mg glimepiride.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nWhat the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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