Amaryl 1mg Tablet

Uses:

• Amaryl 1 mg tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise fail to control your blood sugar levels.
• Keep taking Amaryl 1mg Tablet, 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 to put you at risk of diabetes complications such as 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.

Directions For Use:

Amaryl 1mg Tablet may be used alone or along with other medicines. It should be taken just before or with the first meal of the day. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to your blood sugar levels.

Side Effects:

Side effects of Amaryl 1 mg Tablet

• Dizziness
• Abnormal taste sensation.
• Weight gain.
• Hypoglycaemia
• Allergic reactions like skin rash, breathing difficulty, drop in blood pressure.

Warning & Precautions:

You should not take Amaryl 1mg Tablet if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, 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, as 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.

FAQs:

Q: Which blood tests should I do to check if my diabetes is under control?
You may do tests like fasting blood glucose, post-meal blood glucose (postprandial blood glucose), HbA1C.
It is advisable to do tests like kidney/ renal function test, liver function test, an eye test, at least once a year as diabetes is known to affect your eyes, liver and even kidneys.

Q: What diet should I follow along with Amaryl 1 mg tablet?

• Diet should include chapatis, multigrain bread, rice with vegetables, sprouts, roasted grams, plain cooked dal, soups, steamed vegetables, vegetables cooked with less oil, Jamun berry, orange, guava, apple, watermelon, papaya, cow’s milk, curd, thin buttermilk, fish (grilled, baked or steamed), peanuts, cashew nuts, walnuts (handful).
• Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water daily.
• A diet should be high in fibre, low in fat with adequate protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals.
• Avoiding maida, white bread, potato, noodles, corn flakes, poori, biryani, naan, fried rice, etc can help.
• Avoiding cream soups, carrot juice, deep-fried vegetables, packaged food is recommended.

Q. Is Amaryl 1mg Tablet safe for kidneys?
Amaryl 1mg Tablet does not affect kidneys in patients with normal kidney function. However, its use should be avoided in patients with severe kidney disease since Amaryl 1mg Tablet is principally eliminated by the kidneys.

Q. Does Amaryl 1mg Tablet cause memory loss?
No, it is not known that Amaryl 1mg Tablet causes memory loss. However, the use of Amaryl 1mg Tablet may cause low blood sugar which may cause problems with concentration and reduced alertness.

Q. Who should not take Amaryl 1mg Tablet?
Amaryl 1mg 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. Additionally, patients who are trying to get pregnant, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have insulin-dependent diabetes (type 1 diabetes mellitus) should avoid taking Amaryl 1mg Tablet.

Q. How long does it take for Amaryl 1mg Tablet to start working?
Amaryl 1mg Tablet takes about 2 to 3 hours to reduce blood sugar levels. You may not feel any difference, but this does not mean the medicine is not working. Continue taking the medication as directed by your doctor and if you have any concerns, discuss it with your doctor.