Glunil 5mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Glunil 5mg Tablet

Glibenclamide(5mg)

food interaction for Glunil Tablet

alcohol interaction for Glunil Tablet

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Glunil 5mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.
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CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Glunil 5mg Tablet.
CAUTION
The safety of Glunil 5mg 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
Glunil 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Monitor the breastfed baby’s blood sugar during treatment with Glunil 5mg Tablet
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Glunil 5mg Tablet

Glibenclamide(5mg)

Glunil 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 glunil tablet works

Glunil 5mg 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 glunil tablet

Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Nausea, Headache, Dizziness

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Expert advice FOR Glunil 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 Glunil 5mg Tablet

Glibenclamide

Q. Is Glunil 5mg Tablet the same as Glipizide?
No, Glunil 5mg 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 Glunil 5mg Tablet play any role in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?
No, Glunil 5mg 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 Glunil 5mg Tablet be used cautiously in elderly patients?
Glunil 5mg Tablet should be used with extra caution in elderly patients because they are at high risk of getting low blood sugar (hypoglycemic event).
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Q. Is Glunil 5mg Tablet useful in the management of prediabetes?
Glunil 5mg Tablet is not used for the management of prediabetes, a condition with blood glucose levels higher than normal but not high enough to label you as diabetic. There are clinical studies available, but the evidence is not strong enough for its use in prediabetes.
Q. How is Glunil 5mg Tablet different from Teneligliptin?
Both Glunil 5mg Tablet and Teneligliptin are antidiabetic medicines and control blood sugar levels effectively. However, they work in different ways and may show different kinds of side effects. Glunil 5mg Tablet commonly causes hypoglycemia and weight gain while Teneligliptin causes headache and nasopharyngitis. Teneligliptin causes hypoglycemia when used along with insulins or sulfonylureas and does not cause weight gain.
Q. Can I skip Glunil 5mg Tablet for a few days?
No, Glunil 5mg 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.
Q. Can I take Glunil 5mg Tablet if I have a sulfa allergy?
Use of Glunil 5mg Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to sulfonylureas or sulfonamides or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
Q. Does Glunil 5mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, Glunil 5mg Tablet can cause weight gain. It is advisable to closely monitor your diet and exercise regularly while taking this medicine. Avoid skipping your meals as it can cause very low blood sugar levels and you may end up snacking or taking a lot of sugars.
Q. Is there any benefit of taking Glunil 5mg Tablet with insulin?
Glunil 5mg 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 (low blood sugar levels). The dose of these medicines may need to be adjusted along with regular blood sugar level monitoring. Please consult your doctor if you have any doubts and follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get maximum benefit of Glunil 5mg Tablet.
Q. Is it safe to take Glunil 5mg Tablet with Liraglutide?
Yes, Glunil 5mg Tablet and Liraglutide can be taken together, as they can help in better control of blood sugar levels. However, the risk of low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) can increase. Consult your doctor as a dose adjustment of the two may be needed.
Q. Is Glunil 5mg Tablet a Thiazolidinedione?
No, Glunil 5mg Tablet is not a Thiazolidinedione, it is a sulfonylurea. However, both are antidiabetic medicines but belong to a different group of medicines.
Q. Is Glunil 5mg Tablet useful in the management of gestational diabetes?
The use of insulin is advised during pregnancy to control the blood glucose levels. Insulin injections are the standard medication for gestational diabetes. Glunil 5mg Tablet may be advised as an alternative or in addition to insulin for the management of gestational diabetes. However, do not start taking Glunil 5mg Tablet until prescribed by the doctor.
Q. Does Glunil 5mg Tablet cause hair loss?
No, hair loss is not seen with the use of Glunil 5mg Tablet. However, diabetes can lead to hair loss. Talk to your doctor if you have excessive hair loss as it could be due to some other underlying condition or it could be a sign of your diabetes getting worsened.
Q. Is it safe to take Glunil 5mg Tablet with pioglitazone?
Yes, it is safe to take Glunil 5mg Tablet with Pioglitazone in patients with diabetes mellitus. Together these two medicines can control your blood sugar levels, lower plasma lipid levels and improve blood pressure. However, the risk of very low blood sugar levels can increase and the dose of these medicines may need to be adjusted.

Content on this page was last updated on 10 February, 2026, by Dr. Sachin Gupta (MD Pharmacology, MBBS)