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EspañolGlyburide-Metformin overview
BRAND NAMES:
Glucovance
Generic Names:
Glyburide-Metformin
Uses:
Treats type 2 diabetes.
Therapeutic Classes:
Hypoglycemic, Biguanide/Sulfonylurea Combination
Forms:
Tablet
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What is Glyburide-Metformin used for?
Glyburide-Metformin used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. It work by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce.
What form(s) does Glyburide-Metformin come in
Tablet
What are common Glyburide-Metformin doses?
Tablet 2.5-500MG
Tablet 1.25-250MG
Tablet 5-500MG
Common Glyburide-Metformin prescriptions
glyBURIDE-metFORMIN
1.25-250mg tabletglyBURIDE-metFORMIN
2.5-500mg tabletglyBURIDE-metFORMIN
5-500mg tablet
How to take Glyburide-Metformin
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Glyburide-Metformin contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to glyburide or metformin.
Glyburide-Metformin warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart or blood vessel problems, congestive heart failure, adrenal or pituitary gland problems, G6PD deficiency, vitamin B12 deficiency, or history of alcohol abuse.
This medicine may cause the following problems:Lactic acidosisHigher risk of heart or blood vessel problemsLow blood sugar levels
Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using it before you have surgery, an X-ray, a CT scan, or other medical tests.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Glyburide-Metformin interactions
Do not use this medicine together with bosentan.
Some medicines can affect how this medicine works. Tell your doctor about all other medicines that you are using, including acetazolamide, chloramphenicol, cimetidine, ciprofloxacin, cyclosporine, dichlorphenamide, disopyramide, dolutegravir, fluoxetine, isoniazid, miconazole, niacin, phenytoin, probenecid, ranolazine, topiramate, vandetanib, or zonisamide.
If you are also taking colesevelam, take it at least 4 hours after you take this medicine.
Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Glyburide-Metformin side effects
Serious Side Effects
Trouble breathing, lightheadedness, dizziness
Blurred vision, changes in vision
Fast breathing, trouble breathing, nausea and vomiting, lightheadedness, severe weakness, tiredness, or confusion
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Shaking, trembling, sweating, fast or pounding heartbeat, faintness, hunger
Less Serious Side Effects
Mild nausea, diarrhea, or stomach upset