Lipi 5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Deys Medical
Salt Composition
Glipizide (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Lipi 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
Lipi 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 prevent serious complications 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. Lipi 5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Lipi 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 Lipi 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
What is the best time to take Lipi 5mg Tablet?
Take Lipi 5mg Tablet before meals or exactly as instructed by your doctor. There is evidence indicating that Lipi 5mg Tablet works most effectively at controlling post-meal high blood sugar levels when taken 30 minutes before breakfast. Therefore, if you are supposed to take it once daily, take it in the morning before breakfast with a glass of water.
Is Lipi 5mg Tablet the same as metformin?
No, Lipi 5mg Tablet is not the same as metformin. While both these oral medications are used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, their mechanisms for reducing sugar levels differ. While Lipi 5mg Tablet acts by increasing insulin secretion from the pancreas, metformin acts by improving the function and effectiveness of insulin already present in the body.
Is Lipi 5mg Tablet harmful to my kidneys?
No, Lipi 5mg Tablet is not harmful if your kidney function is normal. Any pre-existing kidney problems should be informed to the doctor so that its use can be assessed. This is done to evaluate whether Lipi 5mg Tablet can be administered because it is primarily excreted by the kidneys. If you have kidney problems, a lower dose will be prescribed.
Does Lipi 5mg Tablet cause sleepiness?
Lipi 5mg Tablet itself does not cause drowsiness. However, it may increase the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) when used with other diabetes medications, leading to feelings of sleepiness or problems sleeping.
Can I take Lipi 5mg Tablet with insulin?
Lipi 5mg Tablet, in conjunction with insulin, can help control high blood sugar levels. Combining them may lower insulin dosage, but there is also a heightened risk of hypoglycemia. The dose adjustments and regular blood sugar monitoring are necessary.
Does Lipi 5mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, Lipi 5mg Tablet can cause weight gain. It is advisable to closely monitor your diet and engage in regular exercise while taking this medication. Avoid skipping meals as it may lead to very low blood sugar levels and increased snacking or consumption of sugars.
Is Lipi 5mg Tablet a Thiazolidinedione?
No, Lipi 5mg Tablet is not a Thiazolidinedione; it is a sulfonylurea. Both are antidiabetic medications but belong to different groups of medicines.
Who should not take Lipi 5mg Tablet?
Lipi 5mg Tablet should be avoided by patients allergic to it, those with severe kidney or liver disease, G6PD-deficiency (an inherited condition affecting red blood cells), or those due for surgery. Furthermore, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and individuals with type 1 diabetes mellitus should also avoid taking Lipi 5mg Tablet.
What can happen if I take more than the recommended dose of Lipi 5mg Tablet?
Overdose of Lipi 5mg Tablet may lead to significant blood sugar decrease (hypoglycemia). If you have taken an excess dose, consume enough sugar (e.g., a small piece of sugar cube, sweetened juice or sweet tea) immediately and inform your doctor promptly. Severe cases of hypoglycemia accompanied by loss of consciousness and coma are medical emergencies requiring immediate medical attention.
Can I skip Lipi 5mg Tablet for a few days?
No, Lipi 5mg Tablet should not be skipped, as it can worsen your diabetes. If you miss the dose by mistake, take it immediately when you remember.
