Glopride 4mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Globela Pharma Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Glimepiride (4mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Glopride 4mg Tablet is a sulfonylurea used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults by controlling blood sugar levels.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Glopride 4mg 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 such as kidney damage and blindness. It is important to follow the prescribed dosage and monitor blood sugar levels regularly while using this medication. Consult your doctor for any side effects or concerns.
Directions for Use
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. Glopride 4mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Glopride 4mg Tablet is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower blood glucose.
Quick Tips
Take Glopride 4mg Tablet shortly before or with the first main meal of the day (usually breakfast). Exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines (if prescribed) alongside. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking Glopride 4mg Tablet. Glopride 4mg Tablet can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or if you delay or miss a meal. Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Glopride 4mg Tablet affects you. Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety. Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
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Frequently asked questions
What is the dosage of Glopride 4mg Tablet?
The recommended starting dose of Glopride 4mg Tablet is 1 mg or 2 mg once daily, administered with breakfast. If you are at a higher risk of low blood sugar (e.g., the elderly or patients with renal impairment), you will be given a starting dose of 1 mg once daily. The usual maintenance dose is 1–4 mg once daily. The maximum recommended dose is 8 mg once daily. After reaching a daily dose of 2 mg, the dosage will be increased not more than 2 mg at 1- to 2-week intervals, based on your blood glucose level.
Does Glopride 4mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Glopride 4mg Tablet itself does not cause sleepiness. However, it may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) when used with other anti-diabetes medicine. Because of this you may feel sleepy or have problems in sleeping.
Is Glopride 4mg Tablet safe for kidneys?
Glopride 4mg Tablet does not affect kidneys in patients with normal kidney function. However, its use should be avoided in patients with severe kidney disease since Glopride 4mg Tablet is principally eliminated by the kidneys.
Does Glopride 4mg Tablet cause memory loss?
No, it is not known that Glopride 4mg Tablet causes memory loss. However, the use of Glopride 4mg Tablet may cause low blood sugar which may cause problems with concentration and reduced alertness.
What should I avoid eating while taking Glopride 4mg Tablet?
It is advisable to avoid foods that are high in saturated and trans fats, instead consume fats from fish and nuts. Control your carbohydrate intake as this directly affects your blood sugar.
Can people with diabetes have proteins?
Yes, people with diabetes must include proteins along with other essential nutrients in their daily diet. Proteins are one of the major energy providers among all essential nutrients. Besides, being the building blocks of the human body, proteins break down into glucose to release energy. Unlike carbohydrates, the metabolism of proteins into glucose is much slower. Therefore, the release of energy usually takes a few hours after consumption.
Are artificial sweeteners good for people with diabetes?
No, artificial sweeteners are not good for people with diabetes. They are composed of chemicals that can cause mild to severe side effects. Thus, it is better to limit or avoid their use as much as you can.
Can diabetes cause kidney failure?
Yes, uncontrolled diabetes can cause kidney failure. In the long run, diabetes can affect the kidneys leading to a condition called diabetic nephropathy. Diabetic nephropathy is a condition that is a major cause of kidney failure in patients with diabetes. The best way to prevent damage to kidneys is by keeping diabetes in check, making dietary changes, monitoring sugar levels regularly, getting routine blood tests done, and taking prescribed medications on time.
Can diabetes be cured?
Diabetes is a condition that causes changes in your blood glucose levels, which if left uncontrolled, can lead to serious health complications affecting the heart, brain, kidneys, and eyes. However, with simple lifestyle changes, diet, and medications, one can manage their condition and lead a healthy life.
