GLIZID-5 5mg Tablet 20s

Frequently asked questions

• Onset of action

  The effect of this medicine can be observed within 30 minutes of administration of the dose.

• Duration of Effect

  The effect of this medicine lasts for an average of 12-24 hours.

• Safe with Alchohol?

  Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Usage in pregnancy?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Usage while breast-feeding?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

• Allergy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to GLIZID-5 5mg Tablet 20s or any inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

• Type I Diabetes mellitus

  This medicine is not recommended for use if you have type I or insulin dependent diabetes mellitus.

• Diabetic ketoacidosis

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with diabetic ketoacidosis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

• Pregnancy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Breast-feeding

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

• Hypoglycemia

  This medicine may cause hypoglycemia in some patients. This risk is especially higher in patients suffering from kidney diseases, malnourishment, pituitary gland diseases, etc. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments may be required based on the clinical condition. Your doctor may advise you to carry a sugar candy to counteract the effects of low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia).

• Stress

  Use of this medicine should be discontinued in patients exposed to stressful conditions such as fever, trauma, surgeries, or accidents since it may not be effective in controlling blood sugar levels in these conditions. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered under your doctor's supervision.

• Heart disease

  This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of heart diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of heart function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

• Hemolytic anemia

  This medicine may cause hemolytic anaemia in some patients. This risk is especially higher in patients suffering from a G6PD deficiency. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in such patients based on the clinical condition.

• Gastro-intestinal blockage

  This medicine should be used with extreme caution in a patient having bowel movement disorders due to a blockage or narrowing of food pipe.

• Photo-sensitivity

  This medicine may cause allergic skin reactions on exposure to sunlight in some patients. Patients are advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing to avoid these reactions. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in the reactions are severe.

• Change of medication

  You may experience some temporary side effects if there is a change in the current medications used for diabetes mellitus. This overlapping effect is because of the change from one medicine to another. Close monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended in these cases.

• Use in children

  This medicine is not recommended for use in people below 18 years of age.

• Life style changes

  Regular and moderate exercise like brisk walking and dietary modifications should be done. The patient should strictly adhere to the drug regimen.

Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Your dosage is likely to change over time based on the response to the medication. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. This medicine should be taken 30 minutes before the first meal of the day. Regular exercise, controlled diet and frequent monitoring of blood sugar levels are recommended while taking any anti-diabetic medicine.

• To be taken before food
• To be taken as instructed by doctor
• May cause sleepiness

• webmd.com - Glipizide [Internet]. Available from: https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-10094-9061/glipizide-oral/glipizide-tablet-oral/details [cited 30/7/2020].