Question 1

What is Metformin Hydrochloride; Glimepiride used for?

Accepted Answer

Type 2 diabetes (sugar disease), high blood sugar that is not well controlled by one medicine alone

Question 2

How do you take Metformin Hydrochloride; Glimepiride?

Accepted Answer

Take one tablet once or twice daily as your doctor prescribes, usually with your first main meal of the day (breakfast or lunch). Swallow the tablet whole with water — do not crush or chew it. Your doctor will start you on a low dose and increase it gradually based on your blood sugar readings.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Metformin Hydrochloride; Glimepiride?

Accepted Answer

Stomach upset or nausea (especially when you first start), diarrhea or loose stool, mild dizziness, loss of appetite, metallic taste in the mouth

Question 4

Who should not take Metformin Hydrochloride; Glimepiride?

Accepted Answer

People with type 1 diabetes (the type that needs insulin from childhood), anyone allergic to metformin, glimepiride, or other sulfonamide medicines, people with serious kidney or liver problems, people who drink alcohol heavily, and anyone with diabetic ketoacidosis (a diabetic emergency). Also avoid this medicine if you are about to have surgery or any medical procedure involving contrast dye — tell your doctor in advance.

Question 5

Is Metformin Hydrochloride; Glimepiride safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

This medicine is not safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding — if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor immediately as you may need to switch to insulin.

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