Uses / Indications:
The Switglim-M 1/500 Tablet is used to treat Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). It is given to:
When diet, exercise, and taking metformin or glimepiride alone aren't enough, you need to control elevated blood sugar levels.
Take care of your blood sugar levels before and after meals.
Help stop diabetes from causing long-term problems like heart disease, kidney damage, nerve discomfort, and retinopathy.
Pregnancy interaction:
It is not recommended during pregnancy unless it is absolutely necessary.
Glimepiride can get through the placenta and make the baby have low blood sugar for a long time.
Doctors prefer not to combine metformin with other drugs, but sometimes they allow it alone.
Pregnant women should use insulin to regulate their blood sugar levels.
Feeding with breast milk
It is possible for glimepiride and metformin to get into breast milk.
Not suggested for breastfeeding mothers because it can cause low blood sugar in babies.
Expert advice:
✅ Before You start,
Get testing to see how well your kidneys and liver are working.
Tell your doctor if you suffer from heart failure, dehydration, or metabolic acidosis.
✅ While Getting Treatment
Check your blood sugar and HbA1c on a regular basis.
Drink plenty of water.
Don't drink alcohol or skip meals.
If you have hypoglycemia, bring some candy or sugar with you to treat it.
Elderly patients should start with lesser doses and be watched attentively.
✅ Way of life
Eat a balanced diet that is minimal in calories.
Get some exercise every day.
Do not stop taking the medicine without first talking to a doctor.
Side Effects:
Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
Feeling sick or throwing up
Diarrhea or pain in the stomach
Gas/bloating
Taste of metal in mouth
A little bit of weight gain
Headache or dizziness
Serious (rare) side effects
Metformin can cause lactic acidosis, which makes you tired and sore and breathe quickly.
Problems with the liver include yellowing of the skin and eyes and black urine.
Severe hypoglycemia can cause confusion, blurry vision, and loss of consciousness.
Allergic responses can cause a rash, swelling, and trouble breathing.
How to use:
Take one pill every day, preferably at the same time, with or right after a meal.
Do not crush or chew; just swallow it whole with water.
Follow your doctor's instructions exactly based on your blood sugar levels.
Missed Dose
Please take it as soon as you remember.
Skip the skipped dose if it's almost time for the next one. Don't take twice as much.
Too much
Some signs are perspiration, dizziness, a rapid heartbeat, confusion, or fainting (from low blood sugar).
If you think you might have taken too much, get medical attention right away.
How it works:
Switglim-M 1/500 Tablet is a dual-action drug that works on the main problems with type 2 diabetes: not having enough insulin and being resistant to it.
1 mg of glimepiride
It is a kind of sulfonylurea.
It makes the pancreatic β-cells release more insulin.
Raises the amount of insulin in the blood, which lowers the amount of glucose.
Five hundred milligrams of metformin
It is a biguanide.
Lowers the amount of sugar the liver makes and the amount of sugar the intestines absorb.
Helps the body use insulin better by making muscle and fat tissues more sensitive to it.
➡️ Result: Better regulation of blood sugar levels without big swings.
Faq for medicine:
Q1. What is Switglim-M 1/500 used for?
A1. It is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus when one treatment isn't enough to keep blood sugar levels stable.
Q2: Is it safe to consume when pregnant?
A2. No. During pregnancy, insulin is better than this.
Q3. Is it permitted to drink alcohol while taking this medicine?
A3: Stay away from alcohol because it might induce hazardous reductions in blood sugar and lactic acidosis.
Q4. Will it make you gain weight?
A4. Glimepiride can cause some weight gain; however, metformin helps to balance this off.
Q5. What are some symptoms that your blood sugar is low?
A5. Sweating, shaking, feeling hungry, being confused, having blurry vision, or having your heart race. Eat sugar right away and call your doctor if it gets worse.
Q6. Is it safe to drive after taking this pill?
A6. Yes, if you don't have any signs of low blood sugar. When driving or using machinery, be careful.
Q7: How long should I take Switglim-M 1/500?
A7. Usually long-term; keep going until your doctor tells you to stop.
Q8. Is it permitted to use it with other diabetes medications?
A8. Only with a doctor's permission. Taking more than one medicine at a time can make you more likely to have low blood sugar.
Q9. Is it safe for people with kidney problems?
A9. If you have serious kidney problems, use metformin with caution and monitor closely.
Q10. When will it start to work?
A10. You might see your blood sugar go down in a few days, but it takes 2 to 4 weeks of regular use to keep it under control.
Medicine interaction:
Drug-Drug Interactions Type Examples Effect ↑ Danger of low blood sugar Insulin, beta-blockers, fluconazole, and ACE inhibitors May reduce blood sugar too much Impact of medication Corticosteroids, thiazide diuretics, oral contraceptives, and thyroid medications Blood sugar levels may increase. Risk of lactic acidosis Diuretics, alcohol, and ACE inhibitors Increases the toxicity of metformin
Signs of low sugar that are hidden Beta-blockers can mask signs of low blood sugar
Interactions Between Drugs and Food
Stay away from alcohol; it raises the risk of lactic acidosis and low blood sugar.
Eating a lot of fat or skipping meals might make your blood sugar levels go up and down.
Eat a balanced diet and make sure you get enough carbohydrates every day.
