INTRODUCTION

LINPRIDE 2MG contains glimepiride which belongs to a blood sugar lowering group of medicines called sulfonylureas. It is used for treatment of diabetes (a disease where the body does not produce enough insulin to control the level of blood sugar). Oral hypoglycemics help control blood sugar level.

It is used in the treatment of non-insulin dependent (Type II) diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a condition where your body does not produce enough insulin, and or the insulin that produced by your body does not work. When your body make too much sugar it gets build up in the blood may also leads to high blood sugar. This can lead to serious medical problems. If type 2 diabetes mellitus cannot be adequately controlled with diet and exercise alone, LINPRIDE 2MG may be used to treat this condition.

It is not recommended for use in children. Alcohol intake may increase or decrease the blood sugar lowering action of this medicine in an unpredictable way. Stay on exercise and diet as prescribed by your doctor while taking this medicine. It must be taken after food and try to take at the same time each day. It should be swallowed whole with water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Before taking this medicine,  tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, or pancreas problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

USES OF LINPRIDE 2MG

• Treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults

HOW LINPRIDE 2MG WORKS

LINPRIDE 2MG in lowering the blood glucose appears to be dependent on stimulating the release of insulin from functioning pancreatic beta cells. It lowers blood sugar by stimulating the pancreas to produce insulin which is essential to break down sugar in the body and helping the body to use insulin effectively.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take LINPRIDE 2MG exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine must be taken after food and try to take at the same time each day. Swallow the medicine whole with plenty of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

SIDE EFFECTS OF LINPRIDE 2MG

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Skin redness and rash:

Avoid bathing with hot water because hot water can irritate the skin. Moisturizers can be used regular basis to soothe and hydrate the affected area.

Diarrhea:

Drink lot of fluid, such as water or squash, to avoid dehydration. Do not take any other medicine without consulting your doctor.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

Talk to your doctor if you are taking:

• medicines used to treat pain and inflammation (phenylbutazone, azapropazone, oxyphenbutazone, aspirin like medicines)
• other medicines used to treat diabetes mellitus (such as insulin or metformin)
• medicines supporting muscle build up (anabolics)
• medicines used to inhibit blood clotting (coumarin derivatives such as warfarin)
• medicines used to reduce weight (fenfluramine)
• medicines called anti-arrhythmic agents used to control abnormal heartbeat (disopyramide)
• medicines lowering high cholesterol level or blood pressure
• medicines to treat depression (fluoxetine, MAO inhibitors)
• medicines to treat gout (allopurinol, probenecid, sulfinpyrazone)
• medicines to treat cancer (cyclophosphamide, ifosfamide, trofosfamide)
• medicines used to treat the bacterial and fungal infections (tetracyclines, chloramphenicol, fluconazole, miconazole, quinolones, clarithromycin)
• medicines used to treat the nasal allergies such as hay fever

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.

FAQs ABOUT LINPRIDE 2MG

How should I take LINPRIDE 2MG?

You should take LINPRIDE 2MG with breakfast or the first main meal of the day.

How does LINPRIDE 2MG lower blood sugar?

It lowers the blood sugar by causing the pancreas to produce insulin (a natural substance that is needed to break down sugar in the body) and helping the body use insulin efficiently. This medication will only help lower blood sugar in people whose bodies produce insulin naturally.

Can LINPRIDE 2MG cause heart problems?

Yes. You should not use this medicine if you have severe or uncontrolled heart failure, active bladder cancer, or diabetic ketoacidosis. This medicine can cause or worsen congestive heart failure.

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