Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR
Manufacturer
RPG Life Sciences Ltd
Salt Composition
Glipizide (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR 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 SR
Introduction
Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is a sulfonylurea medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. It belongs to a group of medicines called sulfonylureas and is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. This medicine 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. Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR 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 Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR 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
What is the best time to take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR?
Take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR before meals or exactly as instructed by your doctor. There is evidence suggesting that Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR works best at controlling post-meal high blood sugar levels when taken 30 minutes before breakfast. So, if you are supposed to take it once daily, take it in the morning before breakfast with a glass of water.
Is Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR the same as metformin?
No, Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is not the same as metformin. While both these oral medications are used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, the way they work to reduce the sugar levels differ. Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR acts by increasing the secretion of insulin by the pancreas, while metformin improves the functioning and effectiveness of the insulin already present in the body.
Is Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR bad for kidneys?
No, Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is not harmful if your kidney function is normal. Any previous case of kidney problem should be informed to the doctor so that the use of Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR can be assessed. This is done in order to analyze whether Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR can be given or not because it is principally excreted by the kidney. If you have kidney problems, you will be started at a lower dose.
Does Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR make me sleepy?
Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR itself does not cause sleepiness. However, it may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) when used with other anti-diabetes medicines. Because of this you may feel sleepy or have problems in sleeping.
Can I take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR with insulin?
Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR, when used with insulin, can help to control high blood sugar levels. Taking them together can help to lower the dose of insulin but there could also be an increased risk of hypoglycemia. Dose of these medicines may need to be adjusted along with regular blood sugar level monitoring.
Does Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR cause weight gain?
Yes, Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR can cause weight gain. It is advisable to closely monitor your diet and do regular exercise while taking this medicine. Avoid skipping your meal as it can cause very low blood sugar levels and you may end up snacking or taking a lot of sugars.
Is Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR a Thiazolidinedione?
No, Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is not a Thiazolidinedione, it is a sulfonylurea. However, both are antidiabetic medicines but belong to a different group of medicines.
Who should not take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR?
Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR should be avoided by patients who are allergic to it, have severe kidney or liver disease, have G6PD-deficiency (an inherited condition affecting red blood cells), or are due to have surgery. Additionally, pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and individuals with insulin-dependent diabetes (type 1 diabetes mellitus) should also avoid taking Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR.
What happens if I take more than the recommended dose of Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR?
Overdose of Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR may significantly lower blood sugar levels and cause hypoglycemia. If you experience severe symptoms like loss of consciousness and coma, seek medical attention immediately.
Can I skip Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR for a few days?
No, Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR should not be skipped as it can make your diabetes worse. If you miss the dose by mistake, take it as soon as you remember.
