Glyburide
Generic Name: Glyburide
Seek Urgent Medical Attention If:
You experience severe allergic reaction symptoms (swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat causing difficulty breathing), severe rash with skin peeling, sudden intense chest pain, or symptoms of overdose. Call emergency medical services immediately.
Uses & Medical Indications
Type 2 diabetes
Hyperglycemia
Dosage & Administration Guidelines
2.5-5 mg daily
Not recommended
Not recommended
20 mg/day
Contraindicated in severe impairment
Start at 1.25 mg
Side Effects & Safety Warnings
Hypoglycemia, weight gain
Severe hypoglycemia
Type 1 diabetes, DKA
High risk of prolonged hypoglycemia
Interactions (Drugs, Food & Alcohol)
Beta-blockers, fluconazole
Take with first main meal
Risk of hypoglycemia
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safety
Use with caution
Avoid
Patient Counseling & Practical Advice
Risk of hypoglycemia, take with food
Skip if missed, do not double dose
Blood glucose, HbA1c
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Content for Glyburide was synthesized and fact-checked against standardized regulatory monographs, official pharmacopoeias, and national health authorities:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) — National List of Essential Medicines
- World Health Organization (WHO) — Model List of Essential Medicines 23rd List
- Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) — Indian Pharmacopoeia Drug Monographs
- National Health Service (NHS) — Medicines A to Z Clinical Guidelines
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