Micronase
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Brand name:
Micronase
Pronounced: MIKE-roh-naze
Generic name: Glyburide
Other brand names: DiaBeta, Glynase
Why is Micronase prescribed?
Micronase is an oral antidiabetic medication used to treat type
2 diabetes, the kind that occurs when the body either does not make
enough insulin or fails to use insulin properly. Insulin transfers
sugar from the bloodstream to the body's cells, where it is then
used for energy.
There are two forms of diabetes: type 1 and type 2. Type 1
diabetes results from a complete shutdown of normal insulin
production and usually requires insulin injections for life, while
type 2 diabetes can usually be treated by dietary changes,
exercise, and/or oral antidiabetic medications such as Micronase.
This medication controls diabetes by stimulating the pancreas to
produce more insulin and by helping insulin to work better. Type 2
diabetics may need insulin injections, sometimes only temporarily
during stressful periods such as illness, or on a long-term basis
if an oral antidiabetic medication fails to control blood
sugar.
Micronase can be used alone or along with a drug called
metformin (Glucophage) if diet plus either drug alone fails to
control sugar levels.
Most important fact about Micronase
Always remember that Micronase is an aid to, not a substitute
for, good diet and exercise. Failure to follow a sound diet and
exercise plan can lead to serious complications, such as
dangerously high or low blood sugar levels. Remember, too, that
Micronase is
not an oral form of insulin, and cannot be used in place of
insulin.
How should you take Micronase?
In general, Micronase should be taken with breakfast or the
first main meal of the day.
--If you miss a dose...
Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your
next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular
schedule. Never take 2 doses at the same time.
--Storage instructions...
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly
closed. Store it at room temperature.
What side effects may occur?
Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in
intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor
can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking
Micronase.
Many side effects from Micronase are rare and seldom require
discontinuation of the medication.
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