Name: Karmelitus
Creator: Anushta Chandrapalan

Karmelitus is a sulfonylurea antidiabetic agent, prescribed for type 2 diabetes. It works by causing the pancreas to produce insulin.

Karmelitus Tablet Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Generic : Glimepiride	₹ 20.03 1mg 10 Tablets

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Drug information on Karmelitus (Glimepiride) from Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Drug Name : Glimepiride

Glimepiride(Amaryl) generic Karmelitus is a sulfonylurea antidiabetic agent, prescribed for type 2 diabetes. It works by causing the pancreas to produce insulin.
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Written & Compiled by Anushta Chandrapalan, M.Sc | Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on February, 2, 2017

Medical condition(s) for which Karmelitus may be prescribed

Diabetes

Diabetes - Essentials

Diabetes and Hypertension

Study of Continuous Glucose Monitoring

Type 2 Diabetes

Ways to Prevent Blood Sugar Spikes After Meals

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

Adult- PO- Initial- The recommended starting dose is 1-2 mg once daily, with food. Maximum: 2mg/day.

Side effects of Karmelitus

Most Common : Low blood sugar, temporary visual impairment and GI disturbances.

Miscellaneous : Dizziness, weakness, headache, nausea/vomiting, lightheadedness, confusion and irritability.

How to use Karmelitus?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

When Should Karmelitus not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with diabetic ketoacidosis, with or without coma, and hypersensitivity.

Warnings and Precautions for Karmelitus

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver and kidney disease, ketoacidosis, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Avoid alcohol consumption.

Other Precautions for Karmelitus

Avoid excess dosage.

Storage Conditions for Karmelitus

Store it at room temperature and in an airtight container.

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