About gliclazide mr
Sulfonylurea diabetes medicine
Used for
- Treats type 2 diabetes alongside diet and exercise.
- Helps lower blood sugar by stimulating insulin release.
Usual adult dose
Usually 30–120 mg once daily with breakfast; dose is adjusted to blood sugar.
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar, including sweating, shakiness, hunger, or confusion.
- Nausea, stomach discomfort, or indigestion.
- Weight gain.
- Skin rash or itching.
Important warnings
- Low blood sugar risk increases with missed meals, exercise, or alcohol.
- Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.
- Use caution with liver or kidney problems.
- Modified-release tablets should be swallowed whole, not crushed or chewed.
Pregnancy
Usually avoided during pregnancy; insulin is generally preferred for diabetes treatment.
Breastfeeding
Not recommended while breastfeeding because of possible infant low blood sugar.
Interactions
- Other diabetes medicines and insulin can increase low blood sugar.
- Some antibiotics, antifungals, and anti-inflammatory medicines can affect blood sugar.
- Alcohol may increase or unpredictably alter blood sugar effects.
- Beta-blockers may mask warning signs of low blood sugar.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.