Metformin is an antidiabetic drug used as the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, especially in overweight patients. It works by restoring your body's response to the naturally produced insulin. It also reduces the blood sugar by decreasing the sugar production in the liver and its absorption in the intestine.
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For 7.5 HbA1c level, should Gemer 1 tablet be continued?
Query: Hi doctor, Last month, my HbA1C was 7.5. I was advised to take Gemer 1 tablet before breakfast for 30 days. My LDL cholesterol is 119 mg/dL, HDL is 40mg/dL and triglycerides 161 mg/dL. My age is 49. Should I continue Gemer 1 along with other medicines? Kindly suggest. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. With an HbA1C level above 7, you have a confirmatory diagnosis of diabetes mellitus. Therefore, you should receive full diabetic management, including diet modification, regular exercise, and medication. I recommend taking tablet Gemer 1 mg (Glimepiride) lifelong, along... Read Full »