Glucoryl Information
Glucoryl is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Glucoryl. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Glucoryl can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Glucoryl are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Glucoryl has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Glucoryl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Glucoryl can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Glucoryl in conditions like Heart Disease, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Glucoryl contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Glucoryl have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Glucoryl is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Glucoryl Benefits & Uses
Glucoryl is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Glucoryl 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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Glucoryl Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Glucoryl is used -
Moderate
- Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
- Weakness
- Low energy
- Itching or burning
- Urticaria
- Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
- Weight gain
Glucoryl Related Warnings
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Is the use of Glucoryl safe for pregnant women?
Glucoryl can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Glucoryl right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Moderate -
Is the use of Glucoryl safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Glucoryl for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Glucoryl on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Glucoryl. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Glucoryl on the Liver?
Glucoryl may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Glucoryl on the Heart?
Glucoryl is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Glucoryl with Other Drugs
Glucoryl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Glucoryl Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glucoryl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Disease
- Liver Disease
- Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
- Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
- Alopecia
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Glucoryl
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Is this Glucoryl habit forming or addictive?
Glucoryl is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Glucoryl since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Glucoryl should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Glucoryl is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Glucoryl Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Glucoryl
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Glucoryl with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Glucoryl
Consumption of alcohol and Glucoryl together may have severe effects on your health.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amaryl (glimepiride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1156-1158
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amaryl (glimepiride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1156-1158