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Glukil 5mg tablet

Brand: swiss pharma

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Glukil 5mg tablet is composed of Glibenclamide (5mg)

This medicine in combination with an appropriate diet and exercise, is used for treating type 2 diabetes mellitus (condition characterized by elevated sugar levels). It is often combined with other medicines to improve efficacy and bring about the desired results. Glibenclamide is mostly available in oral form combined with other antidiabetic medicines. It is not indicated for diabetes type 1.

Introduction

How To Use

  • Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water.
  • Take this medicine with or without food.
  • Swallow it as a whole, do not crush or chew the medicine.
  • Take it at the same time every day to help you remember.
  • Or use it exactly as instructed by your doctor.

Expert Advice

  • Take this medicine exactly as instructed by your doctor.
  • Drink enough fluids to prevent dehydration.
  • Do not share this medicine with anyone.
  • Do not use more than the recommended dose.
  • Do not skip or alter the dose.
  • Do not discontinue this medicine without consulting your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any serious side effects.

Primary Uses

Type II Diabetes

Indications

This medicine is used for managing maturity onset diabetes

Side Effects

  • Before using this medicine, inform your doctor about your complete medical history, especially about heart disease and kidney disease.
  • Please monitor kidney function during use of this medicine.
  • Please discontinue use for 48 hours before and after surgery.
  • Do not discontinue this medicine without informing your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor about all your current medicines and significant past medical history.
  • Inform your doctor if you are undergoing any surgery.

Warnings

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for pregnant females. However, if it’s use is imperative, please ensure to discontinue it at least two weeks before the expected delivery date. Please consult your doctor for more information.

Lactation

This medicine is safe to use in nursing females. However, please consult your doctor before using it.

Driving

This medicine may cause dizziness during driving. Therefore, please avoid driving immediately after taking this medicine.

Liver

Liver patients should use this medicine with caution. Dose adjustment might be required. Consult your doctor for more information.

Kidney

Kidney patients should use this medicine with caution. Dose adjustment might be required. Consult your doctor for more information.

Alcohol

Avoid alcohol consumption when using this medicine. It may increase the severity of side effects.

Precautions

Before using this medicine, inform your doctor about your complete medical history, especially about heart disease and kidney disease. Please monitor kidney function during use of this medicine. Please discontinue use for 48 hours before and after surgery. Do not discontinue this medicine without informing your doctor. Inform your doctor about all your current medicines and significant past medical history. Inform your doctor if you are undergoing any surgery.

Contraindications

  • Do not use this medicine if you’re allergic to any of its constituents.
  • This medicine is not recommended for children.
  • Patients with diabetic ketoacidosis (metabolic disorder).
  • Patients in pre-coma state.
  • Severe kidney or liver impairment
  • Heart or breathing disorders.
  • Patients consuming large amounts of alcohol.

FAQS

What family of medicines does this medicine belong to?

It belongs to a class of medicines known as sulfonylureas. These drugs are used in the treatment of diabetes.

Can this medicine cause low blood sugar?

This is a possible side effect, but can be avoided if meals are taken regularly.

What do I do if I skip a dose?

If it has not been too long, have the skipped dose with your next meal. If it is almost time to take your next dose, do not take two doses, simply return to the prescribed routine.

What will happen if I skip a meal?

If you are not regular with your meals, you may experience symptoms of low blood sugar: Such as palpitation, sweating, dizziness, light headedness etc. In this case, taking sugar can relieve your symptoms.

Should this medicine be used beyond the date of expiry?

Kindly avoid taking any medicine beyond the mentioned date of expiry.

Can this medicine be used if I have a liver or kidney disease?

No. Please consult your doctor if you suffer from a liver or a kidney disease.

Is this medicine safe to use during pregnancy?

No. This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before using it during pregnancy.

Can I use this medicine during lactation?

No. The use of this medication is not recommended for use during lactation. Please consult your doctor before using this medicine during breast feeding.

Can I use this medicine with my blood pressure lowering medication?

Some of the blood pressure lowering medicines may enhance the effect of glibenclamide causing hypoglycemia. Please consult your doctor for further assistance.

Can I use this drug with insulin?

If your doctor has recommended using this drug with insulin then it should be added to your treatment. However, it is advised to strictly follow the prescribed doses , as failure to do may cause symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) such as; dizziness, light headedness, palpitations etc.

Can this medicine be used in type 1 diabetes?

No. This medicine is only for use in type 2 diabetes.

Is it okay to use this medicine in elderly?

Yes, this medicine can be given to elderly patients but regular dose monitoring is important because older patients are more prone to the development of low blood sugar. Please consult your doctor for further guidance.

Disclaimer

Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.

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