Glibenclamide tablets are a medication used to lower blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes. These tablets contain the active ingredient glibenclamide at a concentration of 5 mg. This medication helps lower blood glucose levels, contributing to diabetes control and reducing the risk of complications associated with long-term high blood sugar.
What are the ingredients in glibenclamide?
Glibenclamide tablets contain the following active ingredient:
Glibenclamide: 5 mg.
In addition to this active ingredient, the tablets contain inactive ingredients.
Indications for Use of Glibenclamide
Glibenclamide tablets are used to treat:
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: As part of a treatment plan that includes diet and exercise, when blood sugar levels cannot be controlled with these methods alone.
The goal of treatment is to lower blood sugar levels to maintain them within the normal or target range.
What are the dosages of glibenclamide?
Glibenclamide tablets should be taken as directed by your doctor. The dosage and duration of treatment depend on blood sugar levels, the patient's response, and the presence of any side effects.
Usual dosage for adults: The usual starting dose is 2.5 or 5 mg once daily with breakfast or the first main meal of the day.
The dosage may be gradually adjusted by your doctor based on the patient's response, with the maximum daily dose usually not exceeding 20 mg.
It is preferable to take the medication with food to reduce any potential gastrointestinal side effects.
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
It is very important to adhere to a healthy diet, exercise regularly, and monitor blood sugar levels regularly.
What are the side effects of glibenclamide?
Glibenclamide tablets may cause some side effects, the most important of which are:
Common side effects:
Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia): This is the most common side effect, especially when the dose is exceeded, when eating irregularly, or when exercising excessively without adjusting the dose. Symptoms include sweating, tremors, hunger, dizziness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating.
Gastrointestinal disturbances: such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, or abdominal pain.
Weight gain.
You should inform your doctor immediately if you experience any severe, persistent, or unusual side effects, especially any symptoms indicative of severe low blood sugar or liver problems.