Diacon 5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Bal Pharma Ltd
Salt Composition
Glipizide (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Diacon 5mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults, helping to control blood sugar levels and prevent serious complications.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Diacon 5mg Tablet is a sulfonylurea medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. It is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults and helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Diacon 5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Diacon 5mg Tablet is an antidiabetic medication that works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower blood glucose.
Quick Tips
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 Diacon 5mg Tablet 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).
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to take Diacon 5mg Tablet?
Take Diacon 5mg Tablet before meals or exactly as instructed by your doctor. There is evidence suggesting that Diacon 5mg Tablet works most effectively in controlling post-meal high blood sugar levels when taken 30 minutes before breakfast. If you are to take it once daily, take it in the morning before breakfast with a glass of water.
Is Diacon 5mg Tablet the same as metformin?
No, Diacon 5mg Tablet is not the same as metformin. Although both these oral medicines are used for type 2 diabetes treatment, the way they work to reduce sugar levels differ. While Diacon 5mg Tablet acts by increasing insulin secretion by the pancreas, metformin improves the function and effectiveness of insulin already present in the body.
Is Diacon 5mg Tablet harmful to my kidneys?
No, Diacon 5mg Tablet is not harmful if your kidney function is normal. If you have a previous history of kidney problems, this should be informed to the doctor for assessing the usage of Diacon 5mg Tablet. This decision will be made considering that Diacon 5mg Tablet is primarily excreted through the kidneys and adjusting dosage might be necessary in case of kidney issues.
Does Diacon 5mg Tablet cause drowsiness?
Diacon 5mg Tablet itself does not cause sleepiness. However, it may trigger hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) when used with other anti-diabetes medicines. Because of this, you might feel sleepy or experience problems sleeping.
Can I take Diacon 5mg Tablet along with insulin?
Diacon 5mg Tablet, when taken with insulin, can help control high blood sugar levels. Combining them may help lower the insulin dosage but there is also a higher risk of hypoglycemia. Dosage adjustments and regular blood sugar monitoring are needed.
Can Diacon 5mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, Diacon 5mg Tablet can lead to weight gain. Closely monitor your diet and exercise regularly while taking this medicine. Avoid skipping meals as it may cause very low blood sugar levels and you might snack or consume a lot of sugars.
Is Diacon 5mg Tablet a Thiazolidinedione?
No, Diacon 5mg Tablet is not a Thiazolidinedione. It is a sulfonylurea. However, both are antidiabetic medicines but belong to different groups of medications.
Who should avoid taking Diacon 5mg Tablet?
Diacon 5mg Tablet should be avoided by patients with: allergies to it, severe kidney or liver disease, G6PD-deficiency (an inherited condition affecting red blood cells), or a planned surgery. Patients trying to conceive, pregnant, breastfeeding or having insulin-dependent diabetes (type 1 diabetes mellitus) should also avoid Diacon 5mg Tablet.
What happens if I overdose on Diacon 5mg Tablet?
Overdose of Diacon 5mg Tablet can significantly lower your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). If you've taken an excess dose, immediately consume a source of sugar like a small bar of sugar cubes, sweet juice or sweetened tea and inform a doctor immediately. Severe cases of hypoglycemia accompanied by loss of consciousness and coma are considered medical emergencies requiring immediate medical attention.
Can I skip Diacon 5mg Tablet for a few days?
No, Diacon 5mg Tablet should not be skipped, as it can worsen your diabetes. If you mistakenly miss the dose, take it as soon as possible.
