
The combination Glibenclamide / Metformin HCl is used to lower blood sugar levels in patients with diabetes mellitus type 2 (non-insulin dependent) along with a proper diet and exercising.
Do not take Glibenclamide / Metformin HCl:
- If you’re allergic to Metformin, Glibenclamide, other sulfonylureas, sulfonamides or any other component of this medicine.
- If you have diabetes mellitus type 1 (insulin dependent)
- If you have liver problems.
- If you have severe kidney problems.
- If you have lactic acidosis or diabetic ketoacidosis (very high blood sugar levels and you experience nausea, vomiting, frequent urination, fatigue and muscle weakness).
- If you are dehydrated (lost too much water from your body due to long-lasting or severe diarrhea, or if you have vomited several times in a row).
- If you have a severe infection, such as an infection affecting your lung or your kidney.
- If you are treated for acute heart failure or have recently had a heart attack, have severe problems with your circulation or have breathing difficulties.
- If you are taking a medicine called Bosentan for high blood pressure.
- If you drink a lot of alcohol.