Switglim M 4/500 Tablet 10

Switglim M 4/500 Tablet 10 is used to manage type 2 diabetes in adults, especially when blood sugar levels are inadequately controlled with diet and exercise alone. It is also helpful when transitioning from separate therapies of glimepiride and metformin to a combined tablet, offering improved blood sugar regulation and convenience in treatment.

Here's how you should take Switglim M 4/500 Tablet 10:

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.

• Always consume it during or after your meal to prevent stomach upset.

• Never crush, chew, or break the tablet.

• For specific dosage advice, consult your doctor.

Remember, it's crucial not to stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor first.

Switglim M 4/500 Tablet 10 is taken orally.

Switglim M 4/500 Tablet 10 contains two active ingredients that work together to regulate blood sugar levels:

• Metformin (500 mg): This ingredient belongs to a class of medicines called biguanides. Its primary function is to decrease the amount of glucose your liver produces. Simultaneously, metformin enhances the sensitivity of muscle and fat tissues to insulin, which facilitates better absorption and utilisation of glucose in these tissues. Furthermore, it slows down glucose absorption from the intestines.

• Glimepiride (4 mg): This medicine component is classified as a sulfonylurea. It stimulates the cells in your pancreas (known as beta cells) to produce more insulin, a hormone that helps bring down high blood sugar levels. Additionally, glimepiride boosts the sensitivity of peripheral tissues (like muscle and fat tissues) to insulin.

By working in unison, these two components provide better control over blood sugar levels than either component alone.

• Keep Switglim M 4/500 Tablet 10 under 25°C in a cool and dry place.

• Protect it from light and dampness.

• Make sure it's out of children's reach.

• Always check the expiry date before use.

• Maintaining a balanced diet and limiting foods high in sugar and carbohydrates is beneficial, as Switglim M 4/500 Tablet 10 is used to manage type 2 diabetes.

• Regular exercise helps control your blood sugar levels and enhances the effectiveness of medicines like Switglim M 4/500 Tablet 10. Aim for 30 minutes of moderate activity most days of the week. Always consult your doctor before starting any exercise regime.