PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
 
Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called sulfonylureas and is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes thereby preventing serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage and blindness.

Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet may be used alone or along with other medicines. It should be taken just before or with the first meal of the day. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to your blood sugar levels.

Keep taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise to put you at risk of diabetes complications such as kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.
 
 
USES OF GENERICART TABLET
Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
BENEFITS OF GENERICART TABLET
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet increases the amount of insulin your body produces (in the pancreas). The insulin then works to lower your blood glucose level. It is usually taken once a day. You should keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed.

Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
 
SIDE EFFECTS OF GENERICART TABLET
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Genericart
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Headache
Nausea
Dizziness
 
HOW TO USE GENERICART TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
 
HOW GENERICART TABLET WORKS
Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower blood glucose.
 
SAFETY ADVICE
 
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet.
 
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet 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. Please consult your doctor.
 
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Monitoring of the breastfed infant's blood glucose is advisable during maternal therapy with Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet
 
Driving
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.
 
Kidney
CAUTION
Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. These patients can experience very low blood sugar levels which may become normal after a long time.
 
Liver
CAUTION
Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. These patients can experience very low blood sugar levels which may become normal after a long time.
 
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE GENERICART TABLET?
You should skip a dose of Genericart Glimepiride 1mg Tablet if a meal is skipped, and add a dose of medicine if you eat an extra meal.