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Description
Glibenclamide 5 mg tablets (Glibenil) are an oral medication used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Primary Medical Uses:
– Lowers blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Drug Class or Type:
– Sulfonylurea class oral hypoglycemic agent.
General Mechanism of Action:
– Stimulates the pancreas to release insulin, which helps reduce blood glucose levels.
– Improves the body’s sensitivity to insulin.
Common Forms:
– Oral tablets, typically in 5 mg strength.
Dosage Instructions:
– Usually taken once or twice daily before meals.
– Starting dose often ranges from 2.5 mg to 5 mg daily, adjusted based on blood sugar response.
– Maximum dose can be up to 20 mg per day, divided into one or two doses.
Side Effects, Contraindications, or Interactions:
– Common side effects include hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), dizziness, nausea, and gastrointestinal discomfort.
– Not suitable for patients with type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, or severe liver or kidney disease.
– Caution advised when used with other medications that may cause low blood sugar.
– Alcohol consumption may increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Glibenclamide 5 mg tablets (Glibenil) are part of a diabetes management plan that includes diet and exercise to help control blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes.
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