Glimicron 80 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 8.00 (5 x 10: ৳ 400.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 80.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Gliclazide |
| Company | The white horse pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Reduces blood sugar levels
- Used in type 2 diabetes Mellitus in adults
Pharmacology
- Stimulates insulin release from pancreatic cells
- Decreases hepatic glucose output
Dosage & Administration
- Usual initial dose of 40 to 80 mg daily
- Can be increased up to 320 mg daily when needed
- Film-coated tablet and modified release preparation available
- Dosage determined by doctor based on blood sugar levels
Interaction
- Potential interactions with various medicines, including antibiotics, antifungals, and painkillers
- May increase the effects of medicines that reduce blood clotting
- Not recommended to be taken with alcohol
Contraindications
- Allergic to sulfonylureas or related medicines
- Insulin-dependent diabetes
- Severe kidney or liver disease
- Breastfeeding
- Taking medicines for fungal infections
Side Effects
- Common side effect of low blood sugar
- Possible liver and skin disorders, blood disorders, digestive and eye disorders
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Regular monitoring of blood and urine sugar levels necessary
- Risk of reduced blood sugar levels and associated symptoms
- Recommendations for managing low and high blood sugar levels
Therapeutic Class
- Sulfonylureas
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C
- Keep out of reach of children
- Do not use after expiry date
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C15H21N3O3S
Common Questions about Glimicron 80 mg Tablet
- Medication for managing type 2 diabetes
- Encourages pancreas to release more insulin and improves body's ability to use insulin
- Dose tied to meals
- Missed dose instructions
- Effect lasts for about 24 hours
- Not recommended for pregnant women
- General instructions for taking the tablet