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Each
tablet contains:
COMPOSITION :
Gliclazide
MR ............................ 30 mg
USES:
Gliclazide is used to treat type 2
diabetes mellitus.
It is one of a group of medicines known
as sulphonylureas.
It is used to reduce blood sugar levels.
In general this drug is used in the
treatment of diabetes mellitus when
insulin is not necessary and when diet,
exercise and weight loss fail to lower
blood glucose (sugar).
INDICATIONS :
Your doctor or pharmacist may
already be aware of any possible drug
interactions and may be monitoring you
for them. Do not start, stop, or change
the dosage of any medicine before
checking with them first.
Before using this Divacron, tell your
doctor or pharmacist of all prescription
and non-prescription/herbal products you
may use, especially of:
* salicylates (aspirin),
* phenylbutazone (used to treat
arthritis),
* sulphonamides,
* coumarin drugs (used to thin the
blood),
* MAOIs (a type of antidepressant),
* beta blockers (used to treat high
blood pressure),
* tetracycline compounds (a type of
antibiotic),
* chloramphenicol (a type of
antibiotic),
* disopyramide (used to treat irregular
heart beat),
* miconazole (an oral treatment for
fungus infection),
* clofibrate (used to reduce fat),
* cimetidine (used to treat stomach
ulcers),
* oral contraceptives,
* steroids,
* thiazide diuretics (water tablets),
* phenothiazine derivatives (a type of
sedative),
* thyroid hormone,
* laxatives.
This information does not contain all
possible interactions. Therefore, before
using glicazide, tell your doctor or
pharmacist of all the products you use.
SIDE-EFFECTS :
Nausea, stomach upset or diarrhea
may occur as your body adjusts to the
medication. If any of these effects
continue or become bothersome, inform
your doctor. Notify your doctor if you
develop a skin rash, itching, easy
bruising or bleeding, fever, weakness,
trembling or chills while taking this
medication. This medication may cause
low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) which
manifests as dizziness, weakness,
drowsiness, headache, sweating,
nervousness, shaking, tingling of the
hands or feet, hunger, fast heartbeat.
Should these symptoms occur, drink a
glass of orange juice or non-diet soda
or eat a piece of candy to raise your
blood sugar level quickly. Report the
incident to your doctor. To help prevent
low blood sugar, eat meals on a regular
schedule and do not skip meals.
Symptoms of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) include confusion,
drowsiness, flushing, rapid breathing or
fruity breath odor. Notify your doctor
if you experience any of these symptoms.
If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS :
Tell your doctor if you have: liver
problems, kidney problems, any
allergies. This medication may make you
more sensitive to the sun's effects.
Avoid prolonged sun exposure. Wear
protective clothing and use an effective
sunscreen when outdoors. Notify your
doctor if you become ill, are injured or
acquire a severe infection.
This medication is not recommended for
use during pregnancy and should be used
only if clearly needed while
breast-feeding. Discuss the risks and
benefits with your doctor.
PACKAGING
INFORMATION
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Divacron MR
..............................30 mg
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