CompositionGlimy 2 Tablet is used to control blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone are not enough. It is a single-ingredient medicine containing glimepiride 2mg, which belongs to a class of medicines called sulfonylureas.
This medicine helps the pancreas release more insulin, lowering blood sugar in people whose bodies still make some insulin. It can be used alone or with other diabetes medicines such as metformin. Take it once a day with breakfast or your first main meal, and do not skip meals after taking it.
Eating regular, balanced meals, limiting sugary foods, staying active and keeping a healthy weight are essential. Carry glucose or a sugary snack, and check your blood sugar as advised.
This medicine can cause low blood sugar, especially if you miss or delay meals, drink alcohol or exercise more than usual; symptoms include shaking, sweating, hunger, a fast heartbeat and confusion, and should be treated straight away with glucose or sugar. Before starting, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease, G6PD deficiency, type 1 diabetes, or drink alcohol, and about other medicines you take. Do not take it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Contact your doctor if you have frequent low blood sugar episodes, unusual tiredness or pale skin, or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor advises you to do so.
