GLYBURIDE
(Diabeta, Euglucon)Standard Prescription
glyburide mg PO__(frequency)
Dosages
Must be individualized.
Adults:
Initial: 2.5 to 5 mg PO daily or divided BID.
Increase or decrease by 2.5 mg daily, depending on response.
Maximum: 20 mg/24 hr.
Adults:
Initial: 2.5 to 5 mg PO daily or divided BID.
Increase or decrease by 2.5 mg daily, depending on response.
Maximum: 20 mg/24 hr.
Mechanism of Action
Antidiabetic; sulfonylurea
Forms Supplied
tablet: 5 mg
Comments
- Give dose with breakfast.
- If more than 10 mg/24 hr is required, take excess with evening meal.
References
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Last Edited
2021-02-20 19:17:56