? Glyclazide 60 mg Extended-Release Tablets

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? What is Glyclazide and What is it Used For?

Glyclazide is used to lower blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes (non-insulin dependent) as an addition to a healthy diet and exercise.

? Do Not Take Glyclazide If:

• You are allergic to Glyclazide, other sulfonylureas, sulfonamides, or any of its components.
• You have type 1 diabetes (insulin-dependent).
• You have diabetic ketoacidosis (a serious complication where blood sugar levels are very high and you experience symptoms such as nausea, frequent urination, tiredness, and muscle weakness).
• You are in diabetic coma.
• You have severe liver problems.
• You have kidney problems.
• You have porphyria (a genetic disorder affecting the liver or bone marrow).
• You are taking the antifungal Miconazole.
• You are breastfeeding.

⚠️ Warnings and Precautions

Inform your doctor about all your health conditions, especially if you:

• Are recovering from an injury, surgery, infection with fever, or any other forms of stress.
• Have liver or kidney problems.
• Have a deficiency in an enzyme called glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD).
• Hypoglycemia may occur, especially if you miss a meal, exercise excessively, or drink alcohol. Symptoms of low blood sugar include nausea, hunger, shaking, dizziness, confusion, drowsiness, difficulty speaking, and sweating. You can take a sugar cube or some juice to raise your blood sugar.

⚠️ Serious Side Effects

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of the following:

• Skin rash, itching, red or blistered, or peeling skin.
• Chest tightness or difficulty breathing or swallowing.
• Unusual hoarseness or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.

? Other Medications and Glyclazide

Inform your doctor about all medications you are taking, especially:

• Medications for high blood pressure.
• Medications for heart arrhythmias.
• Medications to lower cholesterol.
• Medications for mood disorders.
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
• Certain antibiotics.
• Antifungals.
• Corticosteroids.
• Oral contraceptives.
• Anticoagulants like warfarin.
• Danazol.
• Cimetidine.

? How to Take Glyclazide

• This medication is intended for adults only.
• Take as prescribed by your doctor.
• Take with food, with the first meal of the day.
• Extended-release tablets: The starting dose is usually 30 mg once daily with breakfast, which may be gradually increased to a maximum of 120 mg daily.
• Modified-release tablets: The starting dose is usually 40-80 mg once daily with breakfast, which may be gradually increased to a maximum of 320 mg daily, divided into two doses.

? How to Store Glyclazide

• Store at room temperature (20-25°C / 68-77°F).
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use after the expiration date indicated on the packaging.