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Glipixor 5mg Tablet SR Substitute

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Composition:

GLIPIZIDE-5MG

Uses:

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Medicinal Benefits:

Glipixor 5mg Tablet SR belongs to the group of antidiabetic medicines called 'sulfonylureas' used to treat type-2 diabetes mellitus. Glipixor 5mg Tablet SR is prescribed for the condition of type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone cannot control their blood sugar levels. Glipixor 5mg 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.

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Glipixor 5mg 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 5mg Tablet SR may sometimes lower the blood glucose levels more than normal, leading to hypoglycemia. Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels while taking Glipixor 5mg 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 5mg 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 5mg Tablet SR without consulting your doctor as it may cause an increase in blood glucose levels. Continue taking Glipixor 5mg 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 5mg Tablet SR.

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