Glibenclamide Tablet Benefits & Uses

Glibenclamide Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Other Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Glibenclamide Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Glibenclamide Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Glibenclamide Tablet is used -

Moderate

Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Erythema
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Hepatitis
Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Weight gain
Heartburn
Dyspepsia
Maculopapular rash
Urticaria
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Flushing

Glibenclamide Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Glibenclamide Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Glibenclamide Tablet. If you are pregnant, do not take Glibenclamide Tablet without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Glibenclamide Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Glibenclamide Tablet. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Glibenclamide Tablet on the Kidneys?

There may be some severe side effects of Glibenclamide Tablet on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe
What is the effect of Glibenclamide Tablet on the Liver?

Use of Glibenclamide Tablet may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Glibenclamide Tablet on the Heart?

Glibenclamide Tablet may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Glibenclamide Tablet with Other Drugs

Glibenclamide Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Glibenclamide Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glibenclamide Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Porphyria
Trauma
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Glibenclamide Tablet

Is this Glibenclamide Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Glibenclamide Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Glibenclamide Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Glibenclamide Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Glibenclamide Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Glibenclamide Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Glibenclamide Tablet

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Glibenclamide Tablet and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Glibenclamide Tablet

Consumption of alcohol and Glibenclamide Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe