Semi-Daonil (Glibenclamide) - 2.5mg (10 Tablets)
Daonil Prices
| Quantity | Price |
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| 1-4 Items | £ 1.69 |
| 5-11 Items | £ 1.49 |
| 12+ Items | £ 1.20 |
- General Info
- How To Use
- Dosage
- Side effects
- Precautions
Brand Name : Daonil
Generic Name: Glibenclamide |
Manufacturer : Sanofi-Aventis
About Daonil: Daonil (Glibenclamide) is a medicine that belongs to the larger group of medicinal drugs referred to as sulphonylureas. It is prescribed to treat symptoms of type 2 diabetes mellitus in patients. This type of diabetes is also known as non-insulin-dependent diabetes (NIDDM) as well as maturity onset diabetes. Its main mode of work is through control of glucose levels in the blood. The regulation of blood sugar levels is achievable as the medicine initiates an increase of insulin your pancreas creates. The medicine is mostly used along diet control plus exercise for effective results.
How to use Daonil
Daonil (Glibenclamide) is available in tablets, to be taken orally as per the instructions by your physician. Depending on the amount of glucose in your blood, your physician will instruct you on how many tablets to take in a day and for how many days. Swallow your tablets whole (without crushing, chewing, splitting or dissolving) and with a full glass of water. It is advised to take the tablet(s) immediately after breakfast, but this should be a heavy breakfast. In case you take light breakfasts, then take your medicine after lunch time. Taking the tablet(s) with a meal allows for it to be slowly absorbed into the body system and also helps prevent stomach upsets.
Daonil Dosage
Your doctor should be the only person to prescribe to you a dose of Daonil (Glibenclamide). This is so since the dosage should be calculated. Factors that are considered during the calculations include medical history, the severity of symptoms, present health conditions and other medicines that you currently are using (this includes prescriptions, non-prescriptions, supplements or herbal medicine). Depending on your progress, your doctor may change your dosage, and it is advised that you strictly adhere to the alterations. Do not share your dose with another patient even if you both suffer from the same condition. Take your dosage until completion without skipping doses for fast and full treatment.
Daonil Side Effects
The use of Daonil (Glibenclamide) may lead to undesirable side effects. Common side effects include general weakness of the body, uncontrolled shaking or trembling, headaches, lightheadedness and sweating, poor concentration, nausea or vomiting, numbness especially at the fingers or around the lips, dizziness and drowsiness, indigestion, appetite loss, blurry or double vision, abnormal weight gain, stomach discomforts (unusual fullness), cramps, heartburn, constipation and diarrhea. With continued use of the medicine, these side effects may fade. However, should they persist or worsen, consult your doctor immediately.
Daonil Precautions
Daonil (Glibenclamide) is not suitable for all patients. If you intend to get pregnant, are already pregnant or breastfeeding, discuss with your doctor about the risks associated with the use of this medicine. If you have any known allergies (to medicines or food substances), inform your doctor before commencing on your treatment using this medicine. If you suffer from any conditions as a result of the dysfunctional liver, kidneys or heart failure, pituitary (thyroid), diabetic coma, adrenal, hereditary or blood disorders, inform your physician. During your treatment, stop using the medicine and report to your doctor as soon as you notice any signs of allergic reactions. These include swelling, chest tightness, rashes, and hives.