Diabeta

Glycemic Control, Type 2 Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes Mellitus

Treatment

3 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Diabeta

What is Diabeta

Glyburide

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Glyburide is a type 2 diabetes medication prescribed to patients who cannot control their diabetes with the standard first-line treatment, metformin. It works by stimulating the release of insulin from the pancreas and increasing the levels of potassium and calcium ions inside cells. Glyburide was approved by the FDA in 1984 and an extended-release formula with metformin was approved in 2000.

Micronase

is the brand name

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Diabeta Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Micronase

Glyburide

1984

341

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Glyburide, also known as Micronase, is approved by the FDA for 3 uses which include Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Type 2 Diabetes .

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Helps manage Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Type 2 Diabetes

Helps manage Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Glycemic Control

Used to treat Glycemic Control in combination with Metformin

Effectiveness

How Diabeta Affects Patients

Glyburide is a medication that helps the body make more insulin. It works by closing the channels in the pancreas that control the amount of potassium and calcium, which helps to increase insulin production. Patients taking glyburide should typically take a dose of 0.75mg once a day, but this dose may increase up to 10mg or more. However, there is an increased risk of cardiovascular mortality when taking glyburide, as with another drug (tolbutamide) in the same family of medications.

How Diabeta works in the body

Glyburide is a drug that helps your body control its blood sugar levels. It belongs to a group of medicines called sulfonylureas. Glyburide works by blocking the potassium channels on your pancreas's beta cells. These potassium channels usually close when the glucose level in your body is high, causing your cells to release insulin. However, with Glyburide, the potassium channels stay closed, so your cells are forced to release more insulin. This helps keep your blood sugar levels stable.

When to interrupt dosage

The proposed measure of Diabeta is subject to the diagnosed affliction, including Glycemic Control, Type 2 Diabetes and Gestational Diabetes. The amount of dosage is contingent upon the mode of administration (e.g. Oral or Tablet) featured in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Type 2 Diabetes

, 1.25 mg, 2.5 mg, 1.5 mg, 3.0 mg, 6.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mL, 0.6 mg/mL

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus

, 1.25 mg, 2.5 mg, 1.5 mg, 3.0 mg, 6.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mL, 0.6 mg/mL

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension

Glycemic Control

, 1.25 mg, 2.5 mg, 1.5 mg, 3.0 mg, 6.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 6.0 mg/mL, 0.6 mg/mL

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension

Warnings

Diabeta has six contraindications and should not be administered together with the afflictions mentioned in the following table.

Diabeta Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Type 1 Diabetes

Do Not Combine

Acidosis

Do Not Combine

Comatose

Do Not Combine

Diabetic Ketoacidosis

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Glyburide may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Diabeta.

Common Diabeta Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Abemaciclib

Major

The metabolism of Abemaciclib can be decreased when combined with Glyburide.

Acalabrutinib

Major

The metabolism of Acalabrutinib can be decreased when combined with Glyburide.

Alectinib

Major

The metabolism of Alectinib can be decreased when combined with Glyburide.

Aminophylline

Major

The metabolism of Aminophylline can be decreased when combined with Glyburide.

Astemizole

Major

The metabolism of Astemizole can be decreased when combined with Glyburide.

Diabeta Toxicity & Overdose Risk

The lowest toxic dose of the drug in rats has been found to be greater than 3200mg/kg, in mice greater than 1500mg/kg, in rabbits greater than 10,000mg/kg and in guinea pigs greater than 1500mg/kg. People who overdose on the drug may experience low blood sugar. Mild cases of hypoglycemia can be treated with oral glucose and changes in medication or meal schedules. Severe hypoglycemia can cause coma, seizures and neurological issues and requires immediate hospitalization with intravenous glucose and monitoring for 24-48 hours.

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Diabeta Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Diabeta?

At present, 196 active clinical trials are being conducted to evaluate the potential of Diabeta in delivering Gestational Diabetes, Glycemic Control and Type 2 Diabetes relief.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Type 2 Diabetes

167 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus

29 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 3, Early Phase 1

Glycemic Control

4 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable

Diabeta Reviews: What are patients saying about Diabeta?

5

Patient Review

3/3/2013

Diabeta for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Diabeta is great, but it's expensive. I was put on Metformin by my doctor, but it doesn't control blood sugar as well and made me sick. The pharmacist says it may be the binders that hold the drug together; could this be true?

4.3

Patient Review

6/15/2010

Diabeta for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I found this drug to be very effective when taken in combination with Glucophage.

1.7

Patient Review

9/28/2009

Diabeta for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Patient Q&A Section about diabeta

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Which of the following are side effects of glyburide DiaBeta )?

"The following are all symptoms of indigestion: diarrhea, dizziness, headache, heartburn, nausea, gas, and weight gain."

Answered by AI

What is DiaBeta used for?

"DiaBeta is a drug used to help regulate blood sugar levels and treat type 2 diabetes. DiaBeta is available as a generic drug."

Answered by AI

When should you take DiaBeta?

"Swallow the capsule whole and do not crush, chew, or open it.

The doctor usually tells patients to take this medication once a day, either with breakfast or the first main meal of the day. Some patients, especially those taking higher doses, may need to take it twice a day. It's important to swallow the capsule whole and not to crush, chew, or open it."

Answered by AI

What type of drug is DiaBeta?

"Glyburide, marketed as Diabeta, is a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes. Glyburide falls under the drug class of sulfonylureas, which work by stimulating the pancreas to release insulin in order to lower blood sugar levels."

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Clinical Trials for Diabeta

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Fish Oil for Type 2 Diabetes

40 - 70
All Sexes
Montreal, Canada

The purpose of this clinical trial is to find out whether one type of fish oil works better than another at improving metabolic health in people who are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Some metabolic problems-such as difficulty controlling blood sugar, unhealthy particles that transport cholesterol in the blood, and poor fat tissue function-can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. This study aims to determine whether different types of fish oil can: 1. Improve how well the body produces insulin and responds to it, 2. Improve the quality of the particles that carry "bad" cholesterol in the blood, and 3) Improve the health and function of participants' fat tissue. To answer these questions, researchers will compare the effects of two types of fish oil: EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). These will be compared with corn oil, which is used as a placebo and does not contain EPA or DHA. When included in this study, participants will: A) Take softgel capsules containing EPA, DHA, or placebo (corn oil) every day for 12 weeks, B) Keep a daily log to record when they take their study softgels, and C) Visit the research unit six times, including one and a half days before and after the intervention, to complete specialized metabolic tests that are mostly only available in research settings.

Phase 2
Waitlist Available

Institut de recherches cliniques de Montréal (IRCM)

May Faraj, P.Dt., Ph.D.

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Cold Exposure for Type 2 Diabetes

40 - 75
All Sexes
Sherbrooke, Canada

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a widespread health condition characterized by impaired ability of the body to maintain glucose homeostasis. This impairment often leads to secondary complications, including heart disease, high blood pressure, and poor quality of life. While exercise and healthy eating are effective strategies in managing and preventing T2DM, data shows that long-term adherence to these methods are poor - especially among elderly, individuals with obesity and/or with physical limitations. This clinical study explores cold exposure with shivering as a novel strategy to improve blood sugar control and heart health. In earlier research, spending time in mildly cold environments (around 15-17°C) for a few hours a day improved insulin sensitivity of T2DM patients. Interestingly, these benefits only occurred when the cold caused mild shivering. In a recent 10-day cold acclimation study with overt shivering for minimally 1 hour/day, we observed improved glucose tolerance in participants with overweight/obesity, as well as improved fasting lipid profiles. These results indicate that when accompanied with sufficient level of muscle activation, repeated exposure to cold can beneficially affect both glucose and lipid levels - both of which are impaired in people with T2DM. In this study, we hypothesise that a 10-day cold acclimation with shivering will improve the (peripheral) insulin sensitivity of patients with T2DM, accompanied by enhanced skeletal muscle FA uptake and oxidation as assessed via the 11C palmitate uptake.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Centre de recherche du CHUS

Denis P. Blondin, PhD

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Rapid Treatment Approach for Chronic Kidney Disease

18 - 84
All Sexes
Temple, TX

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if starting four kidney disease medicines quickly and together (a rapid treatment approach) is safe and works well in people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Is it safe to start these medicines over a short period of time? * How often do kidney function changes or high potassium levels occur? * Does this approach lower protein in the urine (a sign of kidney damage)? * How many participants are able to stay on all four medicines over 6 months? Researchers will compare this approach to usual care, where medicines are started one at a time over several months. Participants will: Be assigned by chance to either this approach or usual care Start up to four approved kidney medicines over about 8 weeks (rapid treatment approach) or follow standard care Have regular clinic visits and lab tests to check kidney function and potassium levels Be followed for about 6 months

Phase 4
Waitlist Available

Baylor Scott and White Medical Center- Temple

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HP-211 for Type 2 Diabetes

18+
All Sexes
Canoga Park, CA

Blood sugar levels are controlled by insulin, a hormone made by cells in the pancreas. After a meal, carbohydrates are broken down into glucose which is absorbed from the intestine into the blood leading to a rise in glucose (blood sugar) which triggers the secretion of insulin. Insulin binds to cells in several tissues including liver, muscle, and fat, triggering cells to take up glucose and bring the blood glucose level back to normal. A high blood sugar level is known as diabetes. The most common form of diabetes, type 2 diabetes, is caused by insulin resistance; that is, a reduced ability of insulin to stimulate glucose uptake into cells. The body compensates for insulin resistance by making more insulin; type 2 diabetes occurs when the pancreas can no longer make enough insulin to control blood glucose. The high blood glucose and insulin levels lead to long-term complications such as heart attacks, kidney failure, reduced sensation and poor circulation in the feet and legs. High insulin levels also increase the incidence of cancers, stroke, and dementia. Reducing blood glucose levels with oral medications and insulin reduces risk of diabetic complications. There are several types of oral medications available for treating diabetes; however, they do not always control blood glucose adequately. In addition, these drugs have complications and are not used to treat insulin resistance and prediabetes - a condition when blood glucose is higher than normal but not high enough to be classified as diabetes. Prediabetes often progresses to diabetes over a period of months or years. Effective and safe treatments for insulin resistance may prevent the onset of diabetes or even reverse diabetes if diagnosed in its early stages before substantial damage to the pancreas has occurred. HP-211 is a botanical extract whose active ingredients are derived from herbs and vegetables present in normal diets. HP-211 has been shown in laboratory studies in cell culture, in animal studies, and in a previous Phase 1 study to enhance the ability of insulin to stimulate glucose uptake into cells. Thus, HP-211 may reduce the blood glucose and circulating insulin levels of subjects with type 2 diabetes after a meal. HP-211 may also reduce glucose and insulin responses to a greater extent in insulin-resistant as compared to insulin-sensitive subjects. Subjects will take 0, 1, 2 or 3 tablets of HP-211 in the morning and evening for 90 days. Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c, or "A1c"), a measure of the average amount of glucose present in the blood, will be measured during the trial period.

Phase 2
Recruiting

Alliance Clinical Canoga Park (Hope Clinical Research) (+24 Sites)

Housey Healthcare ULC

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Semaglutide + Exercise for Type 2 Diabetes

65+
All Sexes
London, Canada

Type 2 diabetes and low levels of physical activity are associated with an increased risk of cognitive decline in older adults. Improving blood sugar control and engaging in regular exercise may help support brain health and physical function in this population. The MOTIVATE study is a randomized clinical trial designed to examine the effects of supervised exercise and diabetes treatment with semaglutide, alone or in combination, on cognitive function, physical health, and brain-related outcomes in older adults with Type 2 diabetes. Participants will be assigned to one of four study groups involving exercise training, control exercise, semaglutide treatment, or standard diabetes care. Participants will complete supervised exercise sessions three times per week for 32 weeks, with some participants also receiving weekly semaglutide injections for 16 weeks. Assessments will include cognitive testing, physical and functional measures, blood-based metabolic markers, and brain imaging. This study aims to improve understanding of how exercise and diabetes treatments may support brain health in older adults with Type 2 diabetes.

Phase 4
Waitlist Available

Western University

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Exercise for Type 2 Diabetes

65+
All Sexes
Urbana, IL

In this randomized controlled trial, 30 older adults (aged\> 65 years; 15 with T2D, 15 controls) will participate in a 12-week progressive exercise training program. They will undergo pre- and post-testing that includes body composition measures; oral glucose tolerance testing; cardiovascular fitness and muscle performance testing; dietary protein efficiency assessed using the indicator amino acid oxidation (IAAO) method; and a gut microbiota trial. The dietary protein efficiency trial will include repeated ingestion of crystallized amino acids (drink) containing stable isotopes, urine samples, and breath samples. The gut microbiome trial will consist of a single ingestion of a Mediterranean-based modeled meal enriched with 13C-phenylalanine (in the drink) and repeated blood draws. Participants will also be asked to give a fecal sample after the gut microbiome trial.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Freer Hall - University of Illinois

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