Glicon Tablets .

Glicon Tablets . contains Glibenclamide, a sulfonylurea medicine for diabetes. Made by Efroze Chemical Industries (PVT.) Ltd, it is prescribed for type 2 diabetes. Pack size: 60 tablets.

Uses of Glicon Tablets .

Glicon Tablets . is used together with a healthy diet and exercise to lower blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. It may be added when metformin alone is not enough, or used when metformin is not suitable. Keeping blood sugar under control helps reduce the long-term risk of damage to the eyes, kidneys, nerves and heart.

How Glicon Tablets . works

Glibenclamide is a sulfonylurea. It acts on the insulin-producing cells of the pancreas, prompting them to release more insulin, which then moves sugar out of the blood. Because it is long-acting and works even when blood sugar is already normal, it carries a higher risk of low blood sugar than some other diabetes medicines.

Possible side effects

The main thing to watch for with Glicon Tablets . is low blood sugar. Other side effects include:

• Low blood sugar, with shakiness, sweating, hunger or confusion
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Weight gain
• Skin rash or itching

If you have signs of low blood sugar, take glucose or a sugary drink straight away and then eat something starchy. Get emergency help if symptoms do not improve, or for yellowing of the skin or a severe rash.

Precautions and warnings

• It is usually avoided in older people and those with kidney problems, as low blood sugar can be prolonged and severe.
• Take it with breakfast or your first main meal, and do not skip or delay meals.
• Alcohol, missed meals, heavy exercise and some other medicines can all increase the risk of low blood sugar, so check your levels regularly.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease, G6PD deficiency or an allergy to sulfonamide medicines.
• It is not used for type 1 diabetes, and if you become pregnant or plan to breastfeed your doctor will review your treatment.

Storage

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it in the original pack until use. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Glicon Tablets . online in Pakistan

Order Glicon Tablets . from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. You can also compare other brands of Glibenclamide by price and pack size. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.