Diabetes

This drug contain gliclazide 60 mg ie an antidiabetic drug.

Gliclazide 60 mg is an antidiabetic drug 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 60 mg 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. They are embossed with "G60" on one side and plain on the other.,,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.

Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level),Weight gain,Flatulence,Diarrhea,Headache,Dizziness,Nausea

Do regular exercise such as cycling, walking, jogging, dancing or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day. Invest at least 150 minutes of your week in exercise.Maintain a low fat and a low sugar diet. Replace carbohydrates containing foods with whole grains, fruits and vegetables as carbohydrates turn to sugars leading to high blood sugar. Avoid consumption of alcohol and quit smoking.

Drug-drug interaction- Gliclazide 60mg Tablet interact with other medicines used to treat high blood sugar , antibacterial drugs (sulfonamides, clarithromycin), medications to treat high blood pressure or heart failure (captopril, enalapril), antifungal (miconazole, fluconazole), drugs to treat indigestion and ulcers in the stomach or duodenum (H2 receptor antagonists such as ranitidine),antidepressent (monoamine oxidase inhibitors such as selegiline, phenelzine), painkillers or antirheumatics (ibuprofen, phenylbutazone), anti-inflammatory medications (glucocorticoids such as hydrocortisone, prednisolone), blood thinner /anticoagulant medication (warfarin), and medicines containing alcohol. Drug-food interaction- Gliclazide 60 mg Tablet interacts with alcoholic beverages, which may increase the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Drug-disease interaction- Gliclazide 60mg Tablet 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.

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