Glibenclamide + Metformin is a combination medicine used to treat Type 2 Diabetes.
Uses
Helps lower high blood sugar levels
Improves insulin action
Reduces diabetes-related complications
Used along with proper diet and exercise
How it works
Glibenclamide stimulates the pancreas to release more insulin.
Metformin HCl reduces glucose production in the liver and improves insulin sensitivity.
Common side effects
Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
Sweating
Hunger
Dizziness
Nausea
Stomach upset
Weight gain (sometimes)
Important precautions
Take after food or with meals.
Do not skip meals after taking the medicine.
Monitor blood sugar regularly.
Use carefully in elderly patients and kidney/liver disease.
Avoid excess alcohol consumption.
Signs of low blood sugar
Shaking
Sweating
Fast heartbeat
Weakness
Confusion
If symptoms occur, take sugar, glucose, fruit juice, or candy immediately.
Lifestyle advice
Maintain regular meal timings
Exercise daily
Avoid sugary foods and soft drinks
Follow doctor-recommended diabetic diet