Glipol Tablet
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Rs.24.20for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Glipol Tablet
alcohol interaction for Glipol Tablet
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lactation interaction for Glipol Tablet
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Glipol Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glipol Tablet.
UNSAFE
Glipol Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Glipol Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Monitor the breastfed baby’s blood sugar during treatment with Glipol Tablet
Monitor the breastfed baby’s blood sugar during treatment with Glipol Tablet
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Glipol 5mg Tablet
Glibenclamide(5mg)
Glipol tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.
How glipol tablet works
Glipol 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 glipol tablet
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Nausea, Headache, Dizziness
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Expert advice FOR Glipol 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 Glibenclamide 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 Glipol 5mg Tablet
Glibenclamide
Q. Is Glipol Tablet the same as Glipizide?
No, Glipol Tablet and Glipizide are different medicines. However, they belong to the same class of medicines called sulfonylureas and are used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults.
Q. Does Glipol Tablet play any role in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?
No, Glipol Tablet is not known to have any role in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Also, there is no clinical evidence available regarding the same.
Q. Why should Glipol Tablet be used cautiously in elderly patients?
Glipol Tablet should be used with extra caution in elderly patients because they are at high risk of getting low blood sugar (hypoglycemic event).