Glimison is a blood sugar lowering medication that is prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes.
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Glimison (glimepiride) is prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes in adults, a common condition where the level of sugar in the blood becomes too high for the body to process. It lowers blood sugar levels and is generally well tolerated by most users. Clinical studies show that glimepiride can even be used safely in patients with cardiovascular conditions but when prescribed to the ederly it should be used with caution.
The active ingredient in Glimison is glimepiride which belongs to a group of medications known as sulfonylureas. These substances help the body increase levels of insulin, which in turn lowers blood sugar levels. Glimepiride is prescribed as monotherapy or single ingredient treatment for type 2 diabetes patients who haven’t been able to control their glucose levels by dietary and lifestyle changes. It can also be used as combination therapy with insulin or metformin.
There are a range of dosages to ensure you get the correct treatment. Glimison slow release tablets are available, so if it’s appropriate for you, you’ll likely be able to control the condition effectively.
How does Glimison work?
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition in which the body isn’t able to use insulin (a natural hormone that regulates the amount of glucose in your bloodstream) the way it should. This may be because of two reasons: the pancreas isn’t making enough insulin or the pancreatic cells are not responding well to insulin. Type 1 diabetes is a condition where the pancreas isn’t able to make insulin.
Glimison can only be used to treat type 2 diabetes. It actively stimulates the cells in the pancreas to increase the production of insulin and helps the body to use insulin effectively. This in turn controls blood sugar levels, decreases the symptoms of diabetes and the risks associated with the condition.
Glimison helps keep your blood sugar levels under control and takes about 2-3 hours to get into its full action. But it is a maintenance treatment and cannot totally cure diabetes. Our doctor will be able to advise you on the best ways to manage diabetes with simple adjustments to your day-to-day life.
To get the maximum benefits of Glimison, it is recommended to make some lifestyle modifications, such as exercising daily, having a healthy diet or avoiding alcohol/smoking.
What doses of Glimison are there?
There are two doses of Glimison: 1mg and 2mg which may be prescribed from the beginning of treatment. Your doctor will be able to advise you on which one to take. The dosage will depend on how high your blood sugar levels are and your overall health condition.
Glimison isn’t available in stronger doses like 3mg and 4mg. Higher doses may be considered if your blood sugar levels are particularly high or the lower doses prove ineffective. Glimepiride with stronger doses are available as Amaryl, Glimulin, Zoryl, Glimfirst and Glimiprex.
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How to take Glimison
Always follow your doctor’s instructions for this medicine to get the best results from the treatment. Glimison can be taken alongside other diabetes medicines safely, although your doctor may want to monitor its effects.
You should swallow each Glimison tablet whole with water.
Avoid crushing or chewing, especially the slow release tablets.
Take it 5 minutes before or with your first meal of the day. If you do not have breakfast, speak to your doctor, who will be able to advise you. It is important not to skip meals during this treatment.
What if I forget to take Glimison?
Don’t worry, it happens to everyone at some point. All you need to do is carry on taking Glimison as you would have if you hadn’t missed a dose. That means taking the next dose when scheduled.
Do not take double the amount to make up for the missed dose as this can lead to unpleasant side effects and serious reactions, such as hypoglycemia.
What should I do if I take too much Glimison?
If you’ve taken significantly more Glimison than prescribed, you may experience some side effects like irregular heartbeat, pale skin, anxiety, sweating, hunger or numbness of the tongue, cheek or lips. If you do, consume 1 teaspoon/sachet of sugar to avoid becoming hypoglycemic. After this you should seek immediate medical attention as you might lose consciousness in severe cases.
You should take your medication with you to the hospital so that your treatment can be swift and accurate.
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FAQ: Glimison
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Glimepiride or Metformin: which is better?
Answer:
Another often used type two diabetes medication is metformin. It’s the active ingredient in various treatments, including Elcephase, Obimet, Xmet and Glycomet.
In monotherapy or single ingredient treatment for type 2 diabetes, metformin is usually the first line of treatment with Glimepiride being the second. Clinical studies show that metformin and glimepiride are equally effective in managing blood glucose levels as well as high density lipoprotein (good cholesterol) and normal fasting insulin levels. Metformin was found to be more effective than glimepiride in controlling the levels of total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (bad cholesterol).
Which types of Glimison tablets are available?
Answer:
There are two types of Glimison pills available, the standard Glimison tablets or the stronger, slow release versions. Slow release tablets are designed to provide a reduced but constant flow of the active ingredient into the blood system over a longer period of time than the standard pills.
Once you’ve filled in the online questionnaire, one of our registered doctors can provide the most suitable dosages and medications for you.
Is Glimison similar to any other diabetes treatments?
Answer:
The generic version of Glimison is Glimepiride, but there are also various other brands to choose from. Among them are Glimisave, Glimistar, Azulix, Amaryl, Zoryl, Glimiprex, Glypride and Glyree.
These are essentially the same medication, with the only difference being their branding. Their price can also significantly differ, so with a little research, you can make significant savings.
What can I do to avoid side effects from taking Glimison?
Answer:
Taking your medication as instructed by your doctor is the best way of avoiding side effects, not to mention getting the most out of the treatment. In the case of Glimison, taking your medication before or during your first meal of the day and ensuring that you do not skip meals may help significantly.
Glimison is generally very well treated by the majority of those that use it. All medicines come with some risk of side effects, so it is important to keep these in mind before you start treatment.
Can I use any natural alternatives to Glimison?
Answer:
You shouldn’t replace your prescribed medication with a natural alternative as many of these treatments are ineffective. You should also speak with your doctor if you’re taking a natural treatment alongside Glimison as they can affect how it works.
Simple dietary changes can help to manage type two diabetes and is therefore the most effective “natural” alternative to medication. Most importantly, this will include lowering your intake of sugar. If a change of diet hasn’t helped, speak to your doctor.
Why should I buy Glimison online with Treated?
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Schade, D.S., Jovanovic, L. and Schneider, J. (1998)
A Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Study of Glimepiride in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus for Whom Diet Therapy is Unsuccessful. The Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, 38(7), pp.636–641.
Zhu, H., Zhu, S., Zhang, X., Guo, Y., Shi, Y., Chen, Z. and Leung, S. (2013).
Comparative efficacy of glimepiride and metformin in monotherapy of type 2 diabetes mellitus: meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome, [online] 5(1), p.70.
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