Diabetes

This drug contain gliclazide 80 mg ie an antidiabetic drug.

Gliclazide 80 mg is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood sugar levels.

Type 2 diabetes mellitus also known as Diabetes Mellitus .

Gliclazide 80mg is an oral medication that belongs to the class of sulfonylurea drugs. It is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes to help lower blood sugar levels.,,Each pack contains 10 tablets of gliclazide 40 mg. The tablets are round, biconvex, scored, and white to off-white in color.,,The recommended dosage for gliclazide is usually determined by your healthcare provider and may vary depending on your individual condition. It is important to follow your doctor's instructions carefully and to take the medication as directed.,,Gliclazide works by stimulating the release of insulin from the pancreas, which helps to lower blood sugar levels. It is usually taken once a day with breakfast or the first main meal of the day.,,Possible side effects of gliclazide may include low blood sugar, gastrointestinal disturbances, skin rash, and an increased risk of infection. If you experience any side effects or have concerns about taking this medication, you should speak with your doctor.

Dizziness , Nausea, Headache,Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level),Heartburn,Feeling of fullness,Weight gain ,Abdominal pain ,Diarrhoea.

Fill your half plate with starchy veggies, a quarter with proteins, and a quarter with whole grain.Eat at regular intervals. Do not take a long gap between meals or snacks.Lose weight gradually to achieve a healthy body mass index ( 18.5 to 24.9)Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms, such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).

Drug- Drug interaction- Gliclazide 80 mg tablet interact with other medicines used to treat high blood sugar (oral antidiabetics, GLP-1 receptor agonists or insulin), antibacterial drugs (sulfonamides, clarithromycin), medications to treat high blood pressure or heart failure (captopril, enalapril), medicines to treat fungal infections (miconazole, fluconazole), drugs to treat indigestion and ulcers in the stomach or duodenum (H2 receptor antagonists such as ranitidine), medicines to treat depression (monoamine oxidase inhibitors such as selegiline, phenelzine), painkillers or antirheumatics (ibuprofen, phenylbutazone), anti-inflammatory medications (glucocorticoids such as hydrocortisone, prednisolone), blood thinner (warfarin). Drug food interaction - Gliclazide 80 mg interacts with alcoholic beverages, which may increase the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Drug disease interaction- Gliclazide 80 mg should be avoided in patients with severe liver or kidney problems, severe thyroid or adrenal gland problems, or whoever has a diabetic coma, as it may worsen the condition.

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Gliclazide 80mg Tablet.Gliclazide 80mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Gliclazide 80mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. according to some database the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

You can Monitor your blood sugar level with a glucometer regularly while you are taking this medicine. Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing or if you have persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as Glimepiride + Metformin may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.

Do regular exercise such as cyclingbody walkingbody joggingbody dancing or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day. Invest at least 150 minutes of your week in exercise.Maintain healthy body weight as obesity is also related to the onset of diabetes.Maintain a low fat and a low sugar diet. Replace carbohydrates containing foods with whole grainsbody fruits and vegetables as carbohydrates turn to sugars leading to high blood sugar.Avoid consumption of alcohol and quit smoking.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.You are advised to take this tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition