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Glimipiride 2 mg tablets Why is Glimipiride used? Glimipiride is used to lower blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes (non-insulin dependent). It is used as an addition to a healthy diet and exercise. Do not take Glimipiride if you have: - Allergies to Glimipiride or sulfonylurea or sulfonamide medications or any ingredients of this medicine. - Type 1 diabetes (insulin-dependent). - Diabetic ketoacidosis. - Diabetic coma. - Severe liver problems. - Kidney problems. Precautions and warnings Tell your doctor about all your health conditions, including if: - You are recovering from injury, surgery, or infection accompanied by fever or other stress. - You have liver or kidney problems. - You have G6PD deficiency. This medicine may cause low blood sugar, especially if: - You missed a meal. - You exercised excessively. - You drank alcohol. Signs of low blood sugar include: nausea, hunger, shivering, dizziness, confusion, drowsiness, difficulty speaking, and sweating. A sugar cube or some juice can be taken. Possible side effects Stop using the medicine and seek urgent medical care if allergic symptoms appear such as: rash, itching, red or ulcerated or peeling skin, chest or throat tightness, difficulty breathing, swallowing, or speaking, swelling of face, lips, or tongue. Serious side effects Allergic reactions Low blood sugar Problems in the liver Other medications and Glimipiride Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines you are taking, especially: - Pain and anti-inflammatory medicines - Other diabetes medicines - Anticoagulants like warfarin - Blood pressure medicines - Arrhythmia medicines - Cholesterol-lowering medicines - Mood disorder medicines - Some antibiotics - Antifungal medicines - Cancer treatments - Birth control pills - Asthma and cold medicines - Steroids - Stomach ulcer medicines like cimetidine How to take Glimipiride For adults only. Taken as directed by your doctor. Taken with food, with the first meal of the day. Starting dose: one 1 mg tablet once daily with breakfast. Your doctor may gradually increase the dose up to a maximum of 8 mg daily. How to store Glimipiride Store at room temperature between 20 – 25 degrees Celsius. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use after the expiration date printed on the package. Product details Brand: Amaryl Quantity: 30 tablets Product form: Tablets Product type: Tablets