Diapro MR 60 mg (Tablet (Modified Release))

Unit Price: ৳ 12.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 360.00)
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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Gliclazide
Company Beximco pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Diapro 80 mg tablet Diapro mr 30 mg tablet

Title

Diapro MR 60 mg Tablet

Categories

  • Medicine
  • Antidiabetic
  • Oral Medication

Description

Diapro MR is a medicine that reduces blood sugar levels and is used in type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults when diet, exercise, and weight loss alone do not have an adequate effect on keeping blood sugar at the correct level.

Indications

  • Reduces blood sugar levels
  • Treats type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults

Pharmacology

  • Stimulates insulin release from pancreatic cells
  • Decreases hepatic glucose output

DosageAndAdministration

  • Usual initial dose: 40 to 80 mg daily
  • Maximum dose: 320 mg daily
  • Film-coated or modified-release tablet options
  • Take before meal
  • Dose adjustment may be needed based on response

Interactions

  • May be strengthened by certain medicines (e.g., oral antidiabetics)
  • May be weakened by others (e.g., corticosteroids)
  • Interaction with alcohol
  • Potential interaction with warfarin

Contraindications

  • Allergy to gliclazide or related medicines
  • Insulin-dependent diabetes
  • Severe kidney or liver disease
  • Taking medicines for fungal infections
  • Breastfeeding

SideEffects

  • Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
  • Liver disorders
  • Skin disorders
  • Blood disorders
  • Digestive disorders
  • Eye disorders

PregnancyAndLactation

  • Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding
  • Seek advice before use if pregnant or planning pregnancy

PrecautionsAndWarnings

  • Regular blood sugar monitoring
  • Risk of hypoglycemia
  • Symptoms of low and high blood sugar
  • Avoid alcohol and irregular meals
  • Stress situations may require insulin therapy
  • Not recommended for children

TherapeuticClass

  • Sulfonylureas

StorageConditions

  • Keep out of reach of children
  • Store below 30°C
  • Dispose of properly to protect the environment

ChemicalStructure

C15H21N3O3S

CommonQuestions

  • How Diapro MR works
  • Effect without eating
  • Missed dose instructions
  • Duration of effect
  • Pregnancy warnings
  • General instructions

ChemicalStructureImgSrc

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