Glinil Information
Glinil is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2. The alternative uses of Glinil have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Glinil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Glinil as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Glinil are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Glinil is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Glinil has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Glinil related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Glinil since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Glinil contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Glinil with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Glinil, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Glinil Benefits & Uses
Glinil is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Diabetes Type 2
Other Benefits
- Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Glinil Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Glinil Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Glinil is used -
Moderate
- Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Erythema
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
- Weight gain
- Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)
- Dyspepsia
- Maculopapular rash
- Urticaria
- Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
- Flushing
Glinil Related Warnings
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Is the use of Glinil safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Glinil. If you are pregnant, do not take Glinil without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Glinil safe during breastfeeding?
Glinil may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Glinil on the Kidneys?
Glinil may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Glinil on the Liver?
Glinil can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
Severe -
What is the effect of Glinil on the Heart?
Glinil has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Glinil with Other Drugs
Glinil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Glinil Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glinil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Allergy
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Porphyria
- Trauma
- Heart Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Glinil
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Is this Glinil habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Glinil has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Glinil as it does not make you drowsy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Glinil only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Glinil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Glinil Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Glinil
There is no information on the effects of taking Glinil with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Glinil
Taking Glinil with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glynase® PresTab® (micronized glyburide)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glynase® PresTab® (micronized glyburide)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272