Glyburide 5mg 100 Tablets

Glyburide 5mg 100 Tablets
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Product Info:

Glyburide (DiaBeta or Micronase) is an oral drug used to help control type II diabetes mellitus. It has been shown to lower blood sugar in animals. Most cats respond better to insulin therapy for treatment if diabetes mellitus but some cats can effectively treated with glyburide. Glyburide is especially helpful in cats with type II diabetes. It is not effective in insulin dependant diabetics (type I diabetes) or in insulin resistant animals.

Side Effects:

Side effects may include vomiting, increases in ALT, or icterus. CNS side effects, dermatologic side effects, GI disturbance, and various hematologic changes have been reported in humans treated with glyburide.

During treatment with glyburide, blood glucose levels should be carefully monitored and periodic monitoring of CBC and hepatic function is warranted.