Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Dibizide 10mg Tablet

Glipizide(10mg)

food interaction for Dibizide Tablet

alcohol interaction for Dibizide Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Dibizide Tablet

lactation interaction for Dibizide Tablet

food

alcohol

pregnancy

lactation

Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.
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CAUTION

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet

UNSAFE

The safety of Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.

CAUTION

SALT INFORMATION FOR Dibizide 10mg Tablet

Glipizide(10mg)

Dibizide tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.

How dibizide tablet works

Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower blood glucose.

Common side effects of dibizide tablet

Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Nausea, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Flatulence, Abdominal discomfort, Nervousness, Tremors

SUBSTITUTES FOR Dibizide Tablet

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Expert advice FOR Dibizide Tablet

Take it shortly before or with the first main meal of the day (usually breakfast). Avoid skipping meals.
Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Glipizide affects you.
It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms, such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).

Frequently asked questions FOR Dibizide 10mg Tablet

Glipizide

Q. What is the best time to take Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet?

Take Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet before meals or exactly as instructed by your doctor. There is evidence stating that Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet works best at controlling post meal high blood sugar levels when taken 30 minutes before breakfast. So, if you are supposed to take it once daily, take it in the morning before breakfast with a glass of water.

Q. Is Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet the same as metformin?

No, Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet is not the same as metformin. Although both these oral medicines are used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, the way they work to reduce the sugar levels are different. While Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet acts by increasing the secretion of insulin by the pancreas, metformin acts by improving the functioning and effectiveness of the insulin already available in the body.

Q. Is Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet bad for kidneys?

No, Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet is not harmful if your kidney function is normal. Any previous case of kidney problem should be informed to the doctor, so that the use of Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet can be assessed. This is done in order to analyze whether Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet can be given or not because it is principally excreted by the kidney. If you have kidney problems you will be started at a lower dose.

Q. Does Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet make you sleepy?

Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet itself does not cause sleepiness. However, it may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) when used with other anti-diabetes medicine. Because of this you may feel sleepy or have problems in sleeping.

Q. Can I take Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet with insulin?

Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet, when used with insulin, can help to control high blood sugar levels. Taking them together can help to lower the dose of insulin but there could also be an increased risk of hypoglycemia. Dose of these medicines may need to be adjusted along with regular blood sugar level monitoring.

Q. Does Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Yes, Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet can cause weight gain. It is advisable to closely monitor your diet and do regular exercise while taking this medicine. Avoid skipping your meal as it can cause very low blood sugar levels and you may end up snacking or taking a lot of sugars.

Q. Is Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet a Thiazolidinedione?

No, Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet is not a Thiazolidinedione, it is a sulfonylurea. However, both are antidiabetic medicines but belong to a different group of medicines.

Q. Who should not take Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet?

Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet should be avoided by patients who are allergic to it, have severe kidney or liver disease, have G6PD-deficiency (an inherited condition affecting red blood cells), or are due to have surgery. Along with that, patients who are trying to get pregnant, are pregnant, or breastfeeding, or have insulin-dependent diabetes (type 1 diabetes mellitus) should also avoid taking Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet.

Q. What can happen if I take more than the recommended dose of Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet?

Overdose of Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet may significantly decrease your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). If you have taken an excess dose then you should instantly consume enough sugar (e.g., a small bar of sugar cubes, sweet juice or sweetened tea) and inform a doctor immediately. Severe cases of hypoglycemia accompanied by loss of consciousness and coma are cases of medical emergency requiring immediate medical attention.

Q. Can I skip Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet for a few days?

No, Dibizide OD 10mg Tablet should not be skipped, as it can make your diabetes worse. If, you miss the dose by mistake, take it as soon as you remember.