Benclamin 5 mg

Indication

Sulfonylurea oral antidiabetic for type 2 (non-insulin-dependent) diabetes mellitus, to lower blood sugar when diet and exercise alone are not enough.

Ingredients

• Glibenclamide 5 mg

Direction

See the enclosed leaflet or as directed by the physician. Usual starting dose: 2.5–5 mg once daily with breakfast or the first main meal, adjusted gradually according to blood sugar; maximum usually 15 mg daily (doses above 10 mg divided).

Side effects

• Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia): sweating
• shaking
• hunger
• confusion — take sugar and seek help
• Nausea
• stomach upset or weight gain
• Skin rash or itching
• rarely blood or liver disorders
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use and stop if irritation or allergy occurs.

Precautions

• Do not use in type 1 diabetes
• diabetic ketoacidosis
• severe kidney or liver disease
• pregnancy or breastfeeding
• or if allergic to sulfonylureas or sulfonamides
• Do not skip meals
• avoid alcohol
• take extra care in elderly patients (higher risk of hypoglycaemia)
• Monitor blood sugar regularly
• tell your doctor about other medicines you take
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use and stop if irritation or allergy occurs.