Quick Facts for Glizid XR 60mg Tablet
- Chemical Class
- Second-generation sulfonylurea derivative
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- ANTI DIABETIC
- Action Class
- Sulfonylureas (Insulin Secretogogues)
Composition of Glizid XR 60mg Tablet
- Gliclazide (60mg)
Uses of Glizid XR 60mg Tablet
- Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Side Effects of Glizid XR 60mg Tablet
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Weight gain
- Flatulence
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
Safety Advice for Glizid XR 60mg Tablet
- Alcohol (UNSAFE): It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glizid XR 60 Tablet.
- Pregnancy (CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR): Glizid XR 60 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast Feeding (UNSAFE): Glizid XR 60 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
- Driving (CAUTION): Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
- Kidney (SAFE IF PRESCRIBED): Glizid XR 60 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Glizid XR 60 Tablet is recommended.However, the drug is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney disease.
- Liver (CAUTION): Glizid XR 60 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Glizid XR 60 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What to do if you miss a dose of Glizid XR 60mg Tablet
If you miss a dose of Glizid XR 60 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick Facts
About Glizid XR 60 Tablet
Glizid XR 60 Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It belongs to a group of medicines called sulfonylureas and helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. This helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness.Glizid XR 60 Tablet may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. It should be taken with food. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to how it works.Keep taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.The most common side effects of taking this medicine include indigestion and stomach upsets. It can also cause low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia). Make sure you recognize the signs of having low blood glucose levels, such as sweating, dizziness, headache, and shaking, and know how to deal with it. To prevent this, it's important to have regular meals and always carry a fast-acting source of glucose such as sugary food or fruit juice with you. Drinking alcohol can also increase your risk of low blood sugar levels and should be avoided. Some people may find that they put on weight with this medicine.You should not take it if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, if you have diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), or if you have severe kidney or liver disease. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease, thyroid disease, or some hormonal conditions. It may not be suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your blood sugar levels should be checked regularly and your doctor may also advise blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function.
How It Works
Glizid XR 60 Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It belongs to a group of medicines called sulfonylureas and helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. This helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness.Glizid XR 60 Tablet may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. It should be taken with food. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to how it works.Keep taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.The most common side effects of taking this medicine include indigestion and stomach upsets. It can also cause low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia). Make sure you recognize the signs of having low blood glucose levels, such as sweating, dizziness, headache, and shaking, and know how to deal with it. To prevent this, it's important to have regular meals and always carry a fast-acting source of glucose such as sugary food or fruit juice with you. Drinking alcohol can also increase your risk of low blood sugar levels and should be avoided. Some people may find that they put on weight with this medicine.You should not take it if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, if you have diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), or if you have severe kidney or liver disease. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease, thyroid disease, or some hormonal conditions. It may not be suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your blood sugar levels should be checked regularly and your doctor may also advise blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function.
How to Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Glizid XR 60 Tablet is to be taken with food.
What if you miss a dose?
If you miss a dose of Glizid XR 60 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Composition of Glizid XR 60 Tablet
Uses of Glizid XR 60 Tablet
Key Benefits of Glizid XR 60 Tablet
- In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus Glizid XR 60 Tablet works by increasing the amount of insulin your body produces (in the pancreas). The insulin then works to lower your blood glucose level. It is usually taken once a day. You should keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed. Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
Side Effects of Glizid XR 60 Tablet
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Weight gain
- Flatulence
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Safety Advice for Glizid XR 60 Tablet
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glizid XR 60 Tablet.
Glizid XR 60 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Glizid XR 60 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Glizid XR 60 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Glizid XR 60 Tablet is recommended.However, the drug is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney disease.
Glizid XR 60 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Glizid XR 60 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Authoritative references
- CDSCO (India) — Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation — Indian drug regulator
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare — Government of India health ministry
- WHO Essential Medicines — World Health Organization essential medicines lists
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