Gluzit 80 mg (Tablet)

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Gliclazide
Company Popular pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

  • Reduces blood sugar levels
  • Belongs to the sulphonylurea group
  • Used in type 2 diabetes Mellitus in adults
  • Augments effects of diet, exercise, and weight loss on blood sugar level

Pharmacology

  • Stimulates insulin release from pancreatic cells
  • Facilitates Ca+2 transport across cell membranes
  • Decreases hepatic glucose output
  • Has hypoglycaemic and hematological properties

Dosage & Administration

  • Usual initial dose of 40 to 80 mg daily
  • Dose can be increased up to 320 mg daily if needed
  • Tablet should be taken before meals
  • Available in film-coated tablet and modified release preparation
  • Dosage determined by doctor based on blood sugar levels
  • May require dose adjustments with changes in lifestyle or blood sugar control

Interaction

  • May interact with oral antidiabetics, GLP-1 receptor agonists, and insulin
  • Interacts with antibiotics, beta-blockers, and antifungal medications
  • Enhances effects of medicines that reduce blood clotting
  • Consult doctor before starting new medication
  • Avoid alcohol consumption
  • Inform medical staff about medication during hospitalization

Contraindications

  • Allergic to sulfonylurea drugs
  • Insulin-dependent diabetes
  • Severe kidney or liver disease
  • Taking medicines for fungal infections
  • Breastfeeding

Side Effects

  • Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia)
  • Liver disorders
  • Skin reactions
  • Blood disorders
  • Digestive disorders
  • Eye disorders
  • Potential severe allergic reactions
  • Reporting side effects is encouraged

Pregnancy & Lactation

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

Precautions & Warnings

  • Follow treatment plan prescribed by doctor
  • Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels and HbA1c
  • Risk of hypoglycaemia in initial weeks of treatment
  • Carry sugar for low blood sugar episodes
  • Seek medical attention for severe symptoms
  • Not recommended for use in children

Therapeutic Class

  • Sulfonylureas

Storage Conditions

  • Store below 30°C
  • Keep out of reach of children
  • Do not use after expiry date
  • Dispose of properly to protect the environment

Chemical Structure

  • Molecular Formula: C15H21N3O3S
  • Chemical Structure: Image link provided

Common Questions

  • Descriptions of medication use
  • Instructions for missed doses
  • Duration of medicine's effect
  • Pregnancy warnings
  • General usage instructions

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