Diamicron MR 60 mg (Tablet (Modified Release))
Unit Price: ৳ 22.00 (2 x 15: ৳ 660.00)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Gliclazide |
| Company | Servier bangladesh operation |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Reduces blood sugar levels
- Used in type 2 diabetes Mellitus in adults
- Can be used when diet, exercise, and weight loss alone do not have an adequate effect on keeping blood sugar at the correct level
Pharmacology
- Reduces blood sugar levels by stimulating insulin release from pancreatic cells
- Facilitates Ca+2 transport across the cell membranes
- Decreases hepatic glucose output
- Potentially useful hematological properties
Dosage & Administration
- Usual initial dose is 40 to 80 mg daily
- Can be increased up to 320 mg daily in divided doses when needed
- Dose is determined by the doctor depending on blood and urine sugar levels
- Can be taken before a meal
- Modified release preparation
- Recommended daily dose is one to four tablets (maximum 120 mg) in a single intake at breakfast time
- Must be taken with a glass of water at breakfast time
- Swallow whole without chewing or crushing
- Always eat a meal after taking the tablet(s)
Interaction
- Strengthened blood sugar lowering effect when taken with certain medicines
- Weakened blood glucose lowering effect when taken with certain medicines
- May increase the effects of medicines that reduce blood clotting (warfarin)
Contraindications
- Allergic to gliclazide or related medicines
- Insulin-dependent diabetes (type 1)
- Presence of ketone bodies and sugar in urine
- Severe kidney or liver disease
- Taking medicines to treat fungal infections
- Breastfeeding
Side Effects
- Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia)
- Liver disorders
- Skin disorders
- Blood disorders
- Digestive disorders
- Eye disorders
- Decrease in the number of blood cells
- Allergic inflammation of blood vessel wall
- Reduction in blood sodium
- Reporting of side effects
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended during pregnancy
- Not to be taken while breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Regular monitoring of blood sugar level and glycated haemoglobin necessary
- Increased risk of reduced blood sugar levels in first few weeks of treatment
- Low blood sugar may occur under various conditions
- Symptoms of high blood sugar may occur under certain conditions
Therapeutic Class
- Sulfonylureas
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C
- Do not use after the expiry date
- Should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste
- Keep out of the reach and sight of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C15H21N3O3S
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