GLYVAS 5MG TABLET
About GLYVAS 5MG TABLET
GLYVAS 5MG TABLET belongs to the group of antidiabetic medicines called 'sulfonylureas' used to treat type-2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise alone cannot control their blood sugar levels. Type-2 diabetes mellitus is also known as non-insulin-dependent diabetes. Diabetes is a condition in which blood glucose levels are above normal.
GLYVAS 5MG TABLET contains 'Glipizide' which works by increasing insulin production by stimulating insulin secretion from the beta cells of the pancreas, thereby reducing high blood glucose (sugar) levels.
You are advised to take GLYVAS 5MG TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels), nausea, diarrhoea, and stomach pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are recommended to consult your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
GLYVAS 5MG TABLET is not effective in people with type 1 diabetes or for treating serious hyperglycemia (high blood glucose levels). Consult your doctor before taking GLYVAS 5MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. GLYVAS 5MG TABLET is not recommended for children. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking GLYVAS 5MG TABLET as it might increase side effects. GLYVAS 5MG TABLET may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. Inform your doctor about all the medications you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.
Uses of GLYVAS 5MG TABLET
Medicinal Benefits
GLYVAS 5MG TABLET belongs to the group of antidiabetic medicines called 'sulfonylureas' used to treat type-2 diabetes mellitus. GLYVAS 5MG TABLET is prescribed for the condition of type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone cannot control their blood sugar levels. GLYVAS 5MG TABLET works by increasing insulin production by stimulating insulin secretion from the beta cells of the pancreas, thereby reducing high blood glucose (sugar) levels.
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Side Effects of GLYVAS 5MG TABLET
Drug Warnings
GLYVAS 5MG TABLET is not effective in people with type 1 diabetes or for treating serious hyperglycemia (high blood glucose levels). Do not take GLYVAS 5MG TABLET if you are allergic to any of its contents. Take GLYVAS 5MG TABLET with caution if you have kidney and liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking GLYVAS 5MG TABLET as it might increase side effects.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: GLYVAS 5MG TABLET may interact with pain killers (aspirin, ibuprofen), anti-diabetic (sitagliptin, canagliflozin, metformin, dulaglutide, liraglutide, insulin glargine), diuretic (furosemide), anti-hypertensives (metoprolol), drug used to treat hyperthyroidism (levothyroxine), and blood thinner (warfarin).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption while taking GLYVAS 5MG TABLET as it causes unpleasant side effects.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have heart diseases, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels), gastrointestinal narrowing, diabetic ketoacidosis (build-up of acids in the blood), glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, hypernatremia (low sodium levels), kidney, or liver problems.
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Type-2 diabetes mellitus: It is also known as non-insulin-dependent diabetes, a chronic disease that keeps the body from utilizing insulin properly. Diabetes is a condition in which blood glucose levels are above normal. Insulin is the hormone that controls sugar levels in your blood. People with type 2 diabetes either do not produce sufficient insulin or the insulin produced cannot perform its function in the body (insulin resistance). Middle-aged or older individuals are most likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes, hence it is also called adult-onset diabetes. Type 2 diabetes symptoms include lack of energy, tiredness, frequent urination, excess thirst, dry mouth, blurry vision, constant hunger, weight loss, and itchy skin.