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Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR

Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR

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Composition

GLIPIZIDE-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

RPG Life Sciences Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR

Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is used to treat type-2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise alone cannot control their blood sugar levels. Type-2 diabetes mellitus is also known as non-insulin-dependent diabetes. Diabetes is a condition in which blood glucose levels are above normal.
 
Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR contains 'Glipizide', which works by increasing insulin production by stimulating insulin secretion from the beta cells of the pancreas, thereby reducing high blood glucose (sugar) levels. 
 
You are advised to take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels), nausea, diarrhoea, and stomach pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are recommended to consult your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is not effective in people with type 1 diabetes or for treating serious hyperglycemia (high blood glucose levels). Consult your doctor before taking Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is not recommended for children. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR as it might increase side effects. Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. Inform your doctor about all the medications you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Uses of Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Medicinal Benefits

Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR belongs to the group of antidiabetic medicines called 'sulfonylureas' used to treat type-2 diabetes mellitus. Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is prescribed for the condition of type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone cannot control their blood sugar levels. Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR works by increasing insulin production by stimulating insulin secretion from the beta cells of the pancreas, thereby reducing high blood glucose (sugar) levels.

Directions for Use

Take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR 30 minutes before food, as taking Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR with food may delay its absorption. Do not break, chew, or crush Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR; swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR at the same time every day. Your doctor will advise on how long you need to take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR based on your medical condition.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR

  • Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels)
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain

Drug Warnings

Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is not effective in people with type 1 diabetes or for treating serious hyperglycemia (high blood glucose levels). Do not take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR if you are allergic to any of its contents. Take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR with caution if you have kidney and liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR as it might increase side effects. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR may interact with pain killers (aspirin, ibuprofen), anti-diabetic (sitagliptin, canagliflozin, metformin, dulaglutide, liraglutide, insulin glargine), diuretic (furosemide), anti-hypertensives (metoprolol), drug used to treat hyperthyroidism (levothyroxine), and blood thinner (warfarin).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR as it causes unpleasant side effects. 

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have heart diseases, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels), gastrointestinal narrowing, diabetic ketoacidosis (build-up of acids in the blood), glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, hypernatremia (low sodium levels), kidney, or liver problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • IBUPROFEN
  • SITAGLIPTIN
  • CANAGLIFLOZIN
  • METFORMIN
  • INSULIN GLARGINE
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • METOPROLOL
  • LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM
  • WARFARIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include foods rich in healthy carbohydrates and fibre, fruits, whole grains, and vegetables in your diet.
  • Try eating food at regular intervals. Do not skip meals. Also, try not to overeat.
  • Follow a healthy diet and walk for at least 45minutes to complement treatment with Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly.
  • Rest properly, and avoid stress by doing meditation or yoga.

Special Advise

  • Regularly monitor blood glucose levels and H1B1AC test (every 3 months) while taking Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR.
  • Try not to skip any doses and take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Type-2 diabetes mellitus: It is also known as non-insulin-dependent diabetes, a chronic disease that keeps the body from utilizing insulin properly. Diabetes is a condition in which blood glucose levels are above normal. Insulin is the hormone that controls sugar levels in your blood. People with type 2 diabetes either do not produce sufficient insulin, or the insulin produced cannot perform its function in the body (insulin resistance). Middle-aged or older individuals are most likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes. Hence, it is also called adult-onset diabetes. Type 2 diabetes symptoms include lack of energy, tiredness, frequent urination, excess thirst, dry mouth, blurry vision, constant hunger, weight loss, and itchy skin.

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Alcohol

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You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR to prevent unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

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Do not take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR if you are pregnant. Your doctor may switch you to insulin injections during yourpregnancy. It is not recommended to take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR during the last month of pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR may cause dizziness and drowsiness, drive, and operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease.Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

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Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is not recommended for children as safety and efficacy have not been established.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - GL20870

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FAQs

Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is used to treat type-2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise alone cannot control the blood sugar levels.
Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR works by increasing insulin production by stimulating insulin secretion from the beta cells of the pancreas, thereby reduces high blood glucose (sugar) levels.
Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR may sometimes lower the blood glucose levels more than normal, leading to hypoglycemia. Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels while taking Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR. Hypoglycemia symptoms include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, shakiness, faintness, confusion, and visual disturbances.
Hypoglycaemia may occur following prolonged or severe exercise, during illness, alcohol consumption, low food intake, or when Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines.
Maintain a healthy diet by regular intake of carbohydrates such as bread and products containing starch and sugar. Eat your meals regularly, and do not exercise heavily for a longer duration with an empty stomach. Try to keep sugar candies and when you feel symptoms of low blood sugar like excessive hunger, sweating, feeling tired, dizziness, feeling hungry, feeling shaky, and fast heartbeat, immediately take it. This will increase the level of glucose (sugar) in your blood and you will feel normal.
Please do not stop taking Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR without consulting your doctor as it may cause an increase in blood glucose levels. Continue taking Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR.
If you are going to have a major operation or have recently had a serious infection or illness; in such cases, diabetic control may be lost. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor may ask you to temporarily take insulin instead of Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR to control blood glucose levels.
Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR might sometimes affect laboratory test results. Inform the person performing the tests that you are taking Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR.
Do not use Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR if you have a condition called diabetic ketoacidosis (too much acids in the blood) and ever have had an allergic reaction to glipizide.

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