Uses of the drug Genprid 2

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Genprid 2mg drug is used to treat cases of type 2 diabetes, patients who cannot control blood glucose levels with diet. The drug is prepared in tablet form, this is a prescription drug, so it should only be used with the consent of the doctor.

1. What is Genprid 2?

Genprid 2 belongs to the group of drugs used to treat diabetes, with the main ingredient being Glimepiride. The drug is prepared in the form of tablets, packing includes 1 box of 3 blisters, each blister of 10 tablets. Eligible subjects to use the drug are the elderly and people 18 years of age or older. Genprid 2 is a prescription drug, so it should only be used with the consent of the treating doctor.

2. What effect does Genprid 2 have after use?

Genprid 2 drug is effective in treating patients with type 2 diabetes, when the patient cannot control blood glucose levels by diet, exercise and weight loss.
Glimepiride is in the sulfonylurea group, which is a substance that has the ability to lower blood sugar. They are widely used in non-insulin dependent diabetes. Glimepiride, after entering the body, stimulates the beta cells of the pancreas to release insulin.
The half-life of the drug after use is from 5-8 hours. However, for people taking high doses, this time will be longer. The metabolites are excreted mainly in the urine and a small amount in the faeces.

3. Dosage of Genprid 2 for each specific object

Genprid 2 is prepared in tablet form, taken with a sufficient amount of water and swallowed whole, do not chew.
The drug should not be used for patients under 16 years old for a long time, because there is no evidence about the safety and effectiveness of the drug for this group of subjects.
Dosage will vary depending on blood glucose levels. However, the dose of glimepiride is always maintained to the minimum effective level to control metabolism in the body. Drug users need to comply with the regulations as well as the dosage that the doctor ordered.
In the early stages, patients should only use 1mg of the drug, taken once a day. Then, according to the condition of the disease, increase the dose gradually. For cases where the body has good control of blood sugar, it is necessary to limit the dose. The dose used by these subjects ranged from 1 to 4 mg. People with impaired liver and kidney function: Initially, only 1mg / time / day should be used. Then, gradually increase the dose based on the measured fasting blood glucose levels. When the creatinine index is less than 22ml/min, the patient only takes 1mg/time/day and does not need to increase the dose. In case of severe renal and hepatic impairment, insulin should be switched. The above drug dosage information is for reference only. To get the right dosage for your medical condition, you should consult a specialist or specialist doctor for advice.
When is the right time to use the drug?
The doctor will base on the patient's schedule to decide the time to use the drug and how to divide the dose. Common cases use 1 time / day Take the medicine before the first meal of the day After having taken the medicine. Do not skip meals. When you miss something, you should not make up for it

4. When to adjust the dose of the drug Genprid 2 is taking

Because the dose of the drug depends on the concentration of glucose in the blood and it is necessary to maintain the dose to control the metabolism in the body. Therefore, it is necessary to adjust the dose of the drug in the following cases:
When the disease is under control and the need for glimepiride decreases after a period of treatment, the patient's weight changes. Change Presence of factors that increase blood glucose sensitivity

5. Symptoms of overdose and measures to treat

Overdose is a condition where the patient uses more than the prescribed amount of medicine, causing the appearance of symptoms that affect the treatment results of the drug such as:
Hypoglycemia (less than 60mg/dl) Body fatigue fatigue, tremors Headache, anxiety Tachycardia, low blood pressure Nausea, vomiting Patient has reduced concentration, reaction or flexibility Sensory disturbances, mild paralysis Visual disturbances, somnolence Coma,..... Symptoms may appear as early as or 24 hours after taking the drug.
Treatment measures
For mild cases: The patient should be given 20 to 30g of soluble glucose, then continue to monitor the patient's blood glucose. If the patient's condition has not improved, continue adding glucose until the blood sugar returns to normal. The interval between each dose is 15 minutes.
For severe cases: subjects who are comatose or unable to drink on their own, so 50ml of 50% glucose solution should be injected intravenously. To gradually raise blood glucose, it is necessary to continue the 10-20% glucose infusion until it returns to normal. The patient's blood glucose should be monitored for 24 to 48 hours to ensure there is no hypoglycaemia.
In severe cases: 1mg glucagon can be injected intramuscularly or subcutaneously. If the patient has taken a large dose of Genprid 2, it is necessary to perform gastric lavage in combination with oral activated charcoal.
Genprid 2 is an effective treatment for type 2 diabetes and is trusted by many doctors. The drug is used based on the patient's blood glucose level. Genprid 2mg should only be used with the consent of the doctor, should not be used arbitrarily to avoid possible unfortunate consequences.
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