Orazid 80 mg (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 7.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 210.00)

Strip Price: ৳ 70.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Gliclazide
Company	Somatec pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

Reduces blood sugar levels
Used in type 2 diabetes Mellitus in adults

Pharmacology

Stimulates release of insulin
Decreases hepatic glucose output

Dosage & Administration

Usual initial dose of 40 to 80 mg daily
Maximum dose of 320 mg daily
Dosage determined by blood and urine sugar levels
For oral use
Take with water at breakfast time
Do not exceed prescribed dose
Contact doctor if blood sugar levels are high

Interaction

Medicine interactions strengthening blood sugar lowering effect
Medicine interactions weakening blood sugar lowering effect
Interaction with medicines reducing blood clotting
Not recommended to consume alcohol
Potential effects on driving and using machines

Contraindications

Allergic to Gliclazide or related medicines
Insulin-dependent diabetes
Severe kidney or liver disease
Taking medicines to treat fungal infections
Breastfeeding

Side Effects

Low blood sugar
Liver disorders
Skin disorders
Blood disorders
Digestive disorders
Eye disorders
Other potential adverse events

Pregnancy & Lactation

Not recommended for use during pregnancy
Not recommended while breastfeeding

Precautions & Warnings

Observing treatment plan prescribed by doctor
Regular monitoring of blood and urine sugar level
Increased risk of hypoglycemia in the first few weeks
Symptoms and management of low blood sugar
Symptoms of high blood sugar
Importance of monitoring blood glucose with antibiotics

Therapeutic Class

Sulfonylureas

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C
Do not use after expiry date

Chemical Structure

Molecular Formula: C15H21N3O3S

Common Questions about Orazid 80 mg Tablet

How Orazid 80 mg Tablet works
Effect of taking without eating
What to do if a dose is missed
Duration of effect
Pregnancy warnings
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