GLIZID 40mg

Give complete info about the medicines (including prescription, non-prescription and supplements) to your doctor; he will check if any medicine you take can interact with Gliclazide.

Don’t take Glizid if you are:

    — Allergic to the active ingredient present in it

    — An enzyme (Glucose 6 phosphate dehydrogenase) deficient

    — Have liver-related problems

    — pregnant or planning to become pregnant or a breastfeeding mom

    — Having type 1 diabetes

Inform your doctor if you have kidney or diabetes issues

Gliclazide is a very effective and potent anti-diabetic drug. Every drug possesses some side effects; the same goes for Gliclazide. Following are the associated side effects:

    — Gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhea, nausea, constipation and vomiting

    — Bloating (intense feeling of fullness and tight abdomen)

    — Skin reactions like urticaria, pruritis, rashes, hives and flushing

    — Headache and dizziness

    — Bleeding associated problems like bruising, Sore throat and paleness

    — Yellowing of eyes and skin

    — Vision problems

Consult a doctor for the best suitable dose according to your weight, health status, disease severity, and age. Take medicine with a full glass of water. Glizid is generally taken once a day with breakfast. The dose can be increased up to twice a day. In case of any doubt, ask your pharmacist or a doctor.

This drug is meant to be taken regularly, so keep on taking the drug as long as recommended by the doctor. Sudden discontinuation can lead to undesired and severe conditions.