Medicine information
Uses & overview
GLIMITERIS M1 is an oral antidiabetic combination tablet marketed by Steris Healthcare. It contains Glimepiride 1 mg and Metformin Hydrochloride 500 mg Prolonged Release. These two active ingredients work through complementary mechanisms to support blood glucose management in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Glimepiride 1 mg belongs to the sulfonylurea class of antidiabetic medicines. It helps lower blood glucose levels by stimulating insulin release from the pancreas. Metformin Hydrochloride 500 mg Prolonged Release belongs to the biguanide class. It helps reduce glucose production in the liver and improves the body's response to insulin. The prolonged-release formulation is designed to release the medicine gradually. This combination may be prescribed when a healthcare professional determines that both ingredients are appropriate for an individual's diabetes management plan. Treatment should be supported by a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and routine blood glucose monitoring. GLIMITERIS M1 should be used only under medical supervision. Its suitability and dosage depend on the patient's blood glucose levels, medical history, kidney and liver function, current medicines, and response to treatment.
How to use
Take GLIMITERIS M1 exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the dosage and meal-related instructions provided by your healthcare professional and the approved product information. Swallow the prolonged-release tablet with water. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet unless the approved product information specifically permits this. Metformin prolonged-release formulations are commonly taken with meals, but follow the instructions supplied with your specific product. Maintain regular meal timings, follow your recommended diet and exercise plan, and monitor blood glucose levels as advised. Do not change the prescribed dose or discontinue treatment without consulting your doctor. If you experience symptoms of low blood sugar, such as sweating, shaking, dizziness, unusual hunger, or confusion, follow your doctor's recommended hypoglycaemia management plan.
Storage
Store GLIMITERIS M1 according to the instructions printed on the product packaging. Keep the tablets in their original packaging and protect them from excessive heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Keep the medicine out of the reach of children. Do not use the tablets after their expiry date. Dispose of unused or expired medicine responsibly according to local pharmaceutical disposal guidance.
