SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET
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Product introduction
SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It belongs to a group of medicines called sulfonylureas and helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. This helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness.
SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET may be used by itself or along with other medicines. It should be taken on an empty stomach. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to how it is working.
Keep taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.
The most common side effects of taking this medicine include hypoglycemia, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, dizziness, nervousness, tremor, and flatulence. Make sure you recognize the signs of having low blood glucose levels, such as sweating, dizziness, headache, and shaking, and know how to deal with it. To prevent this, it's important to have regular meals and always carry a fast-acting source of glucose such as sugary food or fruit juice with you. Drinking alcohol can also increase your risk of low blood sugar levels and should be avoided. Some people may find that they put on weight with this medicine.
You should not take it if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, if you have diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), or if you have severe kidney or liver disease. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease, thyroid disease, or some hormonal conditions. It may not be suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your blood sugar levels should be checked regularly and your doctor may also advise blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function.
Uses of Semi Glynase Tablet
Side effects of Semi Glynase Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Semi Glynase
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal discomfort
- Nervousness
- Tremors
- Flatulence
How to use Semi Glynase Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET is to be taken empty stomach.
How Semi Glynase Tablet works
SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower blood glucose.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
These patients can experience very low blood sugar levels with this medicine, which may take a long time to come back to normal
These patients can experience very low blood sugar levels with this medicine, which may take a long time to come back to normal
Liver
CAUTION
SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Semi Glynase Tablet?
If you miss a dose of SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Take it shortly before or with the first main meal of the day (usually breakfast). Avoid skipping meals.
- Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET affects you.
- It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
- Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
- Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms, such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Second-generation sulfonylurea derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Action Class
Sulfonylureas (Insulin Secretagogues)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Semi Glynase with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may increase the risk of low blood sugar levels. Elderly, malnourished, diabetic individuals and those with kidney and heart dysfunction are at higher risk.
If conc
Concurrent use may interfere with control over blood sugar.
Your doctor may monitor your diabetic control closely and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurrent use may cause low blood sugar levels.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of low blood sugar levels.
Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly during the simultaneous use of these medicines.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of low blood sugar levels.
Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly during the simultaneous use of these medicines.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET
Once A Day
56%
Twice A Day
42%
Thrice A Day
2%
Alternate Day
1%
What are you using Semi Glynase Tablet for?
Type 2 diabet*
100%
*Type 2 diabetes mellitus
How much was the improvement?
Poor
50%
Average
50%
FAQs
What is the best time to take SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET?
Take SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET before meals or exactly as instructed by your doctor. There is evidence stating that SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET works best at controlling post meal high blood sugar levels when taken 30 minutes before breakfast. So, if you are supposed to take it once daily, take it in the morning before breakfast with a glass of water.
Is SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET the same as metformin?
No, SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET is not the same as metformin. Although both these oral medicines are used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, the way they work to reduce the sugar levels are different. While SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET acts by increasing the secretion of insulin by the pancreas, metformin acts by improving the functioning and effectiveness of the insulin already available in the body.
Is SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET bad for kidneys?
No, SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET is not harmful if your kidney function is normal. Any previous case of kidney problem should be informed to the doctor, so that the use of SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET can be assessed. This is done in order to analyze whether SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET can be given or not because it is principally excreted by the kidney. If you have kidney problems you will be started at a lower dose.
Does SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET make you sleepy?
SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET itself does not cause sleepiness. However, it may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) when used with other anti-diabetes medicine. Because of this you may feel sleepy or have problems in sleeping.
Can I take SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET with insulin?
SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET, when used with insulin, can help to control high blood sugar levels. Taking them together can help to lower the dose of insulin but there could also be an increased risk of hypoglycemia. Dose of these medicines may need to be adjusted along with regular blood sugar level monitoring.
Does SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET cause weight gain?
Yes, SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET can cause weight gain. It is advisable to closely monitor your diet and do regular exercise while taking this medicine. Avoid skipping your meal as it can cause very low blood sugar levels and you may end up snacking or taking a lot of sugars.
Is SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET a Thiazolidinedione?
No, SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET is not a Thiazolidinedione, it is a sulfonylurea. However, both are antidiabetic medicines but belong to a different group of medicines.
Who should not take SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET?
SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET should be avoided by patients who are allergic to it, have severe kidney or liver disease, have G6PD-deficiency (an inherited condition affecting red blood cells), or are due to have surgery. Along with that, patients who are trying to get pregnant, are pregnant, or breastfeeding, or have insulin-dependent diabetes (type 1 diabetes mellitus) should also avoid taking SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET.
What can happen if I take more than the recommended dose of SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET?
Overdose of SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET may significantly decrease your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). If you have taken an excess dose then you should instantly consume enough sugar (e.g., a small bar of sugar cubes, sweet juice or sweetened tea) and inform a doctor immediately. Severe cases of hypoglycemia accompanied by loss of consciousness and coma are cases of medical emergency requiring immediate medical attention.
Can I skip SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET for a few days?
No, SEMI GLYNASE 2.5MG TABLET should not be skipped, as it can make your diabetes worse. If, you miss the dose by mistake, take it as soon as you remember.
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