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Losucon 3

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Losucon 3
Diabetic Medicines

1 Strip = 10 Tablets

Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Generic Name: Glimepiride
MRP ৳ 120 8% Off
Best Price ৳ 110
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Product Description

Glimepiride is an oral blood-glucose-lowering drug belonging to the second-generation sulfonylurea class, primarily used in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It functions by stimulating the beta cells of the pancreas to release insulin, specifically by binding to ATP-sensitive potassium channels on the cell membrane, which leads to depolarization and subsequent insulin secretion. As a "glucose-independent" insulin secretagogue, it is highly effective at reducing glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels, though it requires some residual pancreatic function to be effective. Glimepiride is often favored for its once-daily dosing and a potentially lower risk of weight gain compared to older sulfonylureas. However, the most significant clinical precaution is the risk of hypoglycemia, particularly in elderly patients or those with renal impairment, and it is generally avoided in patients with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.

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