What is DiaBeta?
DiaBeta can be used in conjunction with diet and physical activity to help control blood sugar levels among adults who have type 2 diabetes mellitus. This medicine does not treat type 1 diabetes. DiaBeta can be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
Side effects of Diabeta
If you experience symptoms of an allergic response (hives or difficulty breathing, swelling on your face or in your throat), or a severe reaction to the skin (fever or a sore throat; burning in your eyeballs, skin pain or redness), or if your skin is rashes that are blistering or peeling, or a rash with a purple or red color that spreads quickly, seek emergency medical attention.
Diabeta can cause serious side effects. Diabeta can cause serious side effects.
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Dark urine (jaundice):
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Itching, rashes, or severe skin irritation
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Pale skin is prone to bleeding or bruising.
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Fever, chills, sore mouth, sore throat
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Low sodium levels in the body can cause headaches, confusion, slurred words, extreme weakness, nausea, loss of coordination, and feeling unsteady.
Diabeta may cause low sugar in older adults.
DiaBeta side effects may include:
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Low blood sugar
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Feeling full of nausea
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Joint or muscle pain
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Blurred vision
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Mild rash or skin rashes.
There may be other side effects.Call your physician if experiencing side effects; to report side effects call the FDA directly at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
DiaBeta should not be used if you're being treated with Bosentan (Tracleer) or if your doctor has diagnosed you with diabetic ketoneacidosis. Diabeta does not treat type 1 diabetes.
Before you take this drug
Diabeta should not be used if you have an allergy to it or if
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You are being treated with bosentan.
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You have Type 1 diabetes.
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Diabetic ketoacidosis is an acute medical emergency and immediate attention is required from medical personnel.
Inform your physician of any of the following issues:
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Hemolytic Anemia can result in part from an enzyme deficiency known as glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G6PD);
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A nerve disorder that affects bodily functions.
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Liver or kidney disease
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Sulfa drugs can cause an allergic reaction.
Tell your doctor before taking DiaBeta if you've taken any other oral diabetes medication or used insulin in the last 2 weeks. Diabeta can increase your risk of serious heart problems. However, not treating diabetes can also harm your heart and other organs. Speak to your doctor regarding the risks and benefits associated with this medication. If you are pregnant, or if you become pregnant, follow your doctor's instructions on how to use this medicine. It is important that you control diabetes during pregnancy. High blood sugar can pose health threats for both mother and infant. You may have to temporarily stop taking DiaBeta just before your due date. Breastfeeding mothers must not use this medicine.
How to take DiaBeta ?
DiaBeta should be taken either with breakfast or with your first meal of the day, according to its instructions or guides that come with your medication. Sometimes your physician may alter its dose; you must follow these directions precisely in order to be effective with this medicine. Your doctor may order blood tests as part of your care. Low blood glucose (hypoglycemia) can leave you feeling disoriented, anxious or restless as well as hungry - symptoms include being irritable, confused and nervous as well as feeling hungry all of the time. To quickly treat hyperglycemia, consume or drink sugary food and beverages (fruit juices, hard candies, crackers or raisins). Your doctor may even suggest giving yourself an injectable kit of glucagon as treatment - in severe hypoglycemia situations this might even require using injector pens! Be sure that both family and friends know how to administer an injection in case of emergency, such as when thirst and urination increase significantly or stress-induced illness occurs, surgery takes place or alcohol consumption affects blood sugar levels negatively. Before making any adjustments or dose changes to your medication or schedule, consult with your physician first. Your dosage could change if your physician alters its brand, strength or type - for any questions about new Glyburide received at a pharmacy, contact their staff member. Finally, store it away from moisture or heat at room temperature while tightly closing its bottle when not being taken by you.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip any missed one altogether and don't double up on any medication at once.
What happens if I overdose?
Call Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222 or seek emergency medical care. An overdose of DiaBeta can lead to life-threatening hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia can cause extreme weakness, nausea, vomiting, sweating, or tremors. It can also lead to confusion, difficulty speaking, rapid heartbeats, or seizures.
What should be avoided?
Avoid alcohol. Alcohol lowers your blood sugar levels and can interfere with diabetes treatment. Diabeta can make you more susceptible to sunburn. Avoid tanning beds or sunlight. When you're outdoors, wear protective clothing and use sunblock (SPF 30 or higher).
Interaction with other drug
Take your DiaBeta 4 hours before taking colesevelam if you are also taking colesevelam. Diabeta might not work as effectively if you are taking other medications at the same time. Other drugs can also have an impact on blood sugar levels. These include prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. This list does not include all possible interactions. Inform your physician of any medications you are currently taking as well as those you plan to discontinue or begin using in the near future.
