Gliclazide 60mg

Gliclazide 60mg — Uses and Benefits

Gliclazide 60mg is used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults when diet, exercise and weight control alone are not enough to control blood sugar.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Controlling high blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
• Used alone or along with other diabetes medicines or insulin
• Helps reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications over time

HOW IT WORKS

• Stimulates the pancreas to release more insulin
• Helps the body use insulin more effectively
• Lowers blood glucose levels after meals and overall

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for type 1 diabetes
• Not used for diabetic ketoacidosis
• Not a treatment for weight loss
• Not used for gestational diabetes unless specifically advised by a doctor

How to Use Gliclazide 60mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily before breakfast
• Swallow the tablet with water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Take at the same time each day for best results
• Do not skip meals after taking this medicine, as it can cause low blood sugar
• Continue taking it regularly even if you feel well; do not stop without consulting your doctor

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember, but skip it if it is almost time for the next dose
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one
• If you miss doses often, inform your doctor

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep in the original packaging
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Gliclazide 60mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
• Nausea
• Mild stomach upset
• Headache

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Skin rash or itching
• Weight gain
• Dizziness
• Changes in vision (usually temporary, due to blood sugar changes)

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe hypoglycemia with confusion, seizures, or loss of consciousness
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)
• Signs of liver problems like dark urine or persistent nausea
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of face, lips, or throat, or difficulty breathing
• Unusual bleeding or bruising

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Gliclazide 60mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to gliclazide or other sulfonylurea medicines
• Have type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis
• Have severe kidney or liver disease (unless your doctor advises otherwise)
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless specifically prescribed

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver problems
• Have a history of low blood sugar episodes
• Are elderly or malnourished
• Are taking other medicines for diabetes or other conditions
• Are planning surgery or have a serious infection
• Have a deficiency of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD)

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other diabetes medicines or insulin
• Certain antibiotics and antifungal medicines
• Blood thinners like warfarin
• Beta-blockers, which can mask signs of low blood sugar
• NSAIDs (pain relievers) and steroids
• Alcohol, which can increase risk of low blood sugar

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stop this medicine once my sugar is normal?

No, do not stop without consulting your doctor, as blood sugar can rise again; dose changes should be doctor-guided.

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

Alcohol can increase the risk of low blood sugar, so it is best avoided or taken only after discussing with your doctor.

Will this medicine cause weight gain?

• Some people may experience mild weight gain; maintaining a healthy diet and exercise can help manage this.
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