Glibenclamide is an oral antidiabetic, indicated in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults, because it promotes blood sugar reduction.
Glibenclamide can be purchased from pharmacies under the trade name Donil or Glibeneck.
The price of glibenclamide varies between 7 and 14 reais, depending on the region.
Glibenclamide is indicated for the treatment of type 2 diabetes in adults and the elderly when blood sugar cannot be controlled solely by diet, exercise and weight reduction.
The method of use of glibenclamide should be indicated by the doctor, depending on the desired blood sugar level, however, the tablets should be taken whole, without chewing and with water.
Side effects of glibenclamide include hypoglycemia, temporary visual disturbances, nausea, vomiting, severe stomach pain, abdominal pain, diarrhea, liver disease, high levels of liver enzymes, yellowing skin, decreased platelets, anemia, decreased red blood cells, decreased blood cells, itching and hives on the skin.
Glibenclamide is contraindicated in patients with type 1 diabetes or juvenile diabetes, with a history of ketoacidosis, with renal or hepatic disease, with hypersensitivity to the components of the formula, in patients treated for diabetic ketoacidosis, pre-coma or diabetic coma, in pregnant women, children., lactation and patients using boent-based medicines.