Brand name: DiamicronGeneric name:
gliclazide
Indication:
For non-insulin dependent diabetes (type 2), in association with dietarymeasures and with exercise, when these measures alone are not sufficient.
Drug Classification:
Oral anti diabetic agent
Mechanism of Action:
hypoglycemic sulfonylurea- oral antidiabetic
Dosage:
1 to 4 tablets (30 mg tablet) per day as a single dose
Special Precaution:
Follow as closely possible the diet prescribed by the doctor Regularly carry out the laboratory tests as prescribed or recommended by thedoctor Inform the doctor in the ff. cases: Surgery, trauma, fever or infection,difficulty in eating Planned pregnancy. Administration of other drugs, in particular, an anti-inflammatory agent, beta- Blocker, corticoid
Pregnancy risk categoryAdverse Effects:
Hypoglycemic manifestations: sweating, pallor, intense hunger,malaise. Skin reactions: urticaria, itching, skin rash. Nausea, diarrhea, stomachupsets, constipation, hepatitis. Abnormal laboratory results affecting blood andliver functions
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