Question 1

is the glipizide more effective than glyburide and januvia (sitagliptin)?

Accepted Answer

No: Depending on how high your initial sugar levels are all 3 will lower the a1c about 0.3-1.0%. Glyburide is a poor choice for people with kidney problems and januvia (sitagliptin) is expensive. Most guidelines suggest beginning with metformin. Talk to your doctor.

Question 2

such as glipizide er and glyburide. and even if it isnt an overdose some symptoms / side effects?

Accepted Answer

Glyburide: Diabeta (glyburide) side-effects are nausea, heartburn, allergic reaction, sense of stomach fullness.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: glipizide?

Accepted Answer

Glipizide: Glipizide is the generic name for the anti diabetic drug glucotrol (glipizide).  It is in the drug category of sulfonylureas.  These drugs are very effective in treating type 2 diabetes.  However, they can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) if blood glucose is not monitored closely.

Question 4

what are effects of the medication diabeta (glyburide)?

Accepted Answer

DIABETA-GLYBURIDE: Diabeta (glyburide) is a Glyburide generic name, it is used to treat type 2 diabetes along with diet and exercise.It brings the blood sugar down and can sometime cause hypoglycemia.If you skip a meal , exercise too long, drink alcohol, or are under stress.

Question 5

micronase (glyburide) ok at breakfast?

Accepted Answer

Micronase (glyburide).: Micronase (glyburide) is best taken in the morning, as it's the type of medication that can cause low blood sugar.  Taking it in the morning then eating for the day will help minimize the risk of hypoglycemia.

Question 6

what are the side effects of glyburide?

Accepted Answer

Glyburide: Diabeta (glyburide) side-effects are nausea, heartburn, allergic reaction, sense of stomach fullness.

Question 7

can i take my invokana and glyburide after my scan?

Accepted Answer

Probably: B"sd
In general glyburide  and other sulfonamides are well documented to increase risk of MI about 20% - there are safer options. 
Invokana is a SGLTP2i- sodium glucose transport protein inhibitor, that results in sugar in the urine.  It has actually been shown to protect kidney function over the long term. It also has a diuretic effect so should skip if you are dehdrated from scan or other reason

Question 8

i have recently gotten diabeta (glyburide) and what are some good food choices ?

Accepted Answer

Many options: When choosing a diet, make sure it's one that you can maintain lifelong so do not do anything drastic. In general, you should eat lots of vegetable and fruits. Non-starchy vegetables are best: spinach, carrots, broccoli or green beans. Eat whole grain foods instead of processed food (whole wheat over white breads)  add fish to your meals 2-3 times per week. Dry beans & lentils are good protein...

Question 9

please describe the medication: glipizide?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes medication: Used with diet and exercise to help control blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.

Question 10

how does glipizide work for diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Glipizide: Glipizide is a sulfonurea drug that is used in the treatment of type two diabetes mellitus. It works by stimulating the pancreas to produce more insulin.

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Micronase (glyburide) ok at breakfast?

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Can i take my invokana and glyburide after my scan?

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