Glucoban

Description

Glucoban contains Glibenclamide 5mg, a medicine from the sulfonylurea group used to control type 2 diabetes mellitus. It works by stimulating the pancreas to release more insulin, which helps lower blood sugar. This medicine is meant for adults with type 2 diabetes, usually along with proper diet and exercise, and sometimes in combination with other antidiabetic medicines. It is not suitable for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.

Uses

Doctors usually prescribe Glucoban for:

• Type 2 diabetes mellitus.

• Managing blood sugar when diet and exercise alone are not enough.

• Use in combination with other oral antidiabetics or insulin when required.

How to Use

• Take by mouth with water, with or after meals.

• Swallow whole, do not crush or chew.

• Take at the same time every day for best results.

• Follow your doctor’s prescribed dose, do not adjust on your own.

Side Effects

Some patients may notice:

• Low blood sugar (sweating, dizziness, palpitations).

• Headache.

• Nausea or upset stomach.

• Weight gain.

• Rarely, skin rashes or itching.

Seek medical help if you experience severe hypoglycemia or allergic reaction.

Precautions

• Use with caution in patients with kidney or liver disease.

• Avoid alcohol, as it may increase risk of hypoglycemia.

• Inform your doctor about other medicines, especially blood pressure drugs and insulin.

• Elderly patients may be more sensitive to its effects.

• Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless advised by a doctor.

Contraindications

Do not use Glucoban if you have:

• Allergy to glibenclamide or sulfonylureas.

• Type 1 diabetes.

• Diabetic ketoacidosis or pre-coma state.

• Severe kidney or liver impairment.

• History of hypoglycemic unawareness.

Storage

• Store below 25°C in a dry place.

• Keep away from heat and direct sunlight.

• Keep out of children’s reach.