Absorption: Well absorbed following oral administration; micronized forms have better absorption.
Distribution: Reaches high concentrations in bile and crosses the placenta.
Half-Life: 10 hr.
Contraindicated in:
Use Cautiously in:
Derm: photosensitivity, ERYTHEMA MULTIFORME, exfoliative dermatitis, rash
Endo: hypoglycemia
F and E: hyponatremia
GI: constipation, cramps, diarrhea, dyspepsia, hepatitis, nausea, vomiting
Hemat: agranulocytosis, APLASTIC ANEMIA, hemolytic anemia, leukopenia, pancytopenia, thrombocytopenia
Drug-drug:
Lab Test Considerations:
Toxicity and Overdose:
Accidental administration of oral hypoglycemic agents to nondiabetic adults and children has resulted in serious harm or death.
Do not confuse glyburide with glipizide.
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