Glizid 40mg
Available Dosages
| SKU | 483 |
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| Generic For | Diamicron |
| Strength | 40mg |
| Manufacturer | Panacea (India). |
| Active Ingredient | Gliclazide |
| Pack Size | Qty | Price Per Pill or Unit | Price | Cart | |
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| 30 Tablet/s | US$ 0.15 | US$ 4.63 | |||
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| 60 Tablet/s | US$ 0.15 | US$ 9.27 | |||
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| 90 Tablet/s | US$ 0.15 | US$ 13.91 | |||
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Glizid 40mg is best known for lowering blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes mellitus (non-insulin-dependent diabetes). This is a second-generation sulphonylurea oral hypoglycaemic agent used to treat non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. It is used in conjunction with diet and exercise regimens to control high blood sugar in non-insulin-dependent diabetic patients. Generally, diabetic people can substitute their antidiabetic drugs with Glizid medicine for greater effects.
Gliclazide, the main active ingredient in Glizid, helps lower blood sugar levels by correcting both defective insulin secretion and peripheral insulin resistance. With this drug, you can control high blood sugar and thereby prevent its symptoms, including kidney disease, heart disease, blindness, and blood circulation problems. This medicine is also very affordable to take and works well against diabetes when diet and physical exercise are not proving to be effective enough for controlling blood sugar.
Glizid 40 mg should not be used in patients with known hypersensitivity to Gliclazide or to any of the ingredients of the formulation. Do not take this antidiabetic medication if you have insulin-dependent diabetes type 1 diabetes. This antidiabetic is not recommended if you have ketone bodies and sugar in your urine, a condition known as ketoacidosis, or a diabetic pre-coma. Gliclazide is not generally recommended in cases of kidney or liver disease. Also, the use of antidiabetic medication is contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding women.
During treatment, regular monitoring of your blood sugar level and glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) is required. You may have considerably low blood sugar levels. The symptoms include intense hunger, headache, nausea, vomiting, sleep disturbances, irritability, fatigue, confusion, reduced alertness, tremor, dizziness, sensory disturbances, feelings of helplessness, poor concentration, and impaired reaction time. If you have a family history of, or have confirmed, the hereditary condition glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency. Fluctuations in blood sugar levels can occur when Glizid 40 mg is prescribed alongside antibiotic medicines, such as fluoroquinolones, especially in elderly patients. In this case, your healthcare specialist will remind you to monitor your blood glucose levels regularly.
Glizid 40 mg may interact with some medical elements like salicylates, sulphonamides, oral anticoagulants, phenylbutazone, clofibrate, and MAOIs. You may experience nausea and flushing when taking Glizid with alcohol. Concomitant administration of miconazole, perhexiline or cimetidine with Gliclazide may result in hypoglycemia. Rifampicin, diazoxide, corticosteroids, diuretics, β-blockers, barbiturates, alcohol, estrogens, and sympathomimetic drugs can alter its hypoglycemic effect. Also, inform yoru healthcare specialist if you are taking medicines that contain alcohol.
Hypoglycaemia, or low blood sugar, is the most commonly observed side effect. If the condition remains left untreated, these symptoms could progress to drowsiness, loss of consciousness, or possibly coma.
Other side effects of Glizid 40mg may include diarrhoea, haemolytic anaemia, cholestatic jaundice, skin reactions, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, gastrointestinal disturbances, vomiting, gastritis, and increased transaminases.
The probable side effects can be classified as:
- Dermatological effects
Urticaria (hives or pale red, raised, itchy bumps on skin), rash, and pruritus (severe itching of the skin)
- Gastrointestinal effects
Constipation, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. This medication may cause hypoglycemia, which may present with symptoms such as dizziness, hunger, sweating, nervousness, shaking, weakness, drowsiness, headache, tingling in the hands or feet, and a fast heartbeat. It’s advised to notify your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.
- Blood disorders
A reduction in the number of blood cells (for example, platelets, red and white blood cells) may cause prolonged bleeding, bruising, fever, and sore throat. These symptoms usually resolve upon discontinuation of treatment.
- Liver disorders
There have been reports of abnormal liver function that can contribute to yellow skin and eyes. The symptoms generally resolve once the treatment is stopped.
If you develop any of these side effects, speak to your healthcare specialist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this information guide.
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