Diacon 80 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 7.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 210.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 70.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Gliclazide |
| Company | Apex pharmaceuticals ltd |
Title
Diacon 80 mg Tablet
Categories
- Medicine
- Diabetes management
- Oral antidiabetic medication
Description
Diacon is a medicine that reduces blood sugar levels and is used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults when diet, exercise, and weight loss alone are not sufficient.
DosageRange
40-320 mg daily
DosageForm
Film-coated tablet, Modified release preparation
DosageInstructions
Take before meal. For modified release preparation, take 1-4 tablets at breakfast time.
Contraindications
- Allergy to sulfonylureas
- Insulin-dependent diabetes (type 1)
- Diabetic ketoacidosis
- Severe kidney or liver disease
- Breastfeeding
SideEffects
- Hypoglycemia
- Liver disorders
- Skin disorders
- Blood disorders
- Digestive disorders
- Eye disorders
PregnancyAndLactation
Not recommended during pregnancy; should not be used while breastfeeding
PrecautionsAndWarnings
- Regular monitoring of blood sugar level
- Increased risk of hypoglycemia in initial weeks of treatment
- Regular meals and glucose monitoring recommended
- Not recommended for use in children
TherapeuticClass
Sulfonylureas
StorageConditions
Store below 30°C, away from children; dispose of properly
MolecularFormula
C15H21N3O3S
ChemicalStructureImageURL
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FAQs
- What is Diacon 80 mg Tablet?: Oral medication for managing type 2 diabetes
- What happens if I take Diacon 80 mg Tablet without eating?: Dosage is tied to meals; consult a doctor for missed meals
- What if I missed a dose of Diacon 80 mg Tablet?: Take the missed dose as soon as remembered; do not take double dose
- How long does the effect of Diacon 80 mg Tablet last?: Lasts for an average duration of 24 hours
- Are there any pregnancy warnings for Diacon 80 mg Tablet?: Not recommended for pregnant women
- General Instructions:
- Take as directed by doctor
- Take orally 30 minutes before breakfast
- Monitor blood sugar levels regularly
- Carry sugary candy for treating hypoglycemia
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