Glizid 40mg

Description Of Glizid 40mg

Glizid 40mg Tablet is an oral anti-diabetic, it is used to lower the blood sugar level. It is used only in patients diagnosed with Type II Diabetes. It may be used along with Insulin or other medicines in order to achieve better control over the blood sugar levels. A controlled diet and exercise routine may give better results.

Glizid 40mg Chemical Name

• Gliclazide

 Glizid 40mg Manufacturer

• Panacea Biotec Ltd.

Uses of Glizid 40mg

Glizid 40mg Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.

What is Glizid 40mg?

Glizid 40mg Tablet is used for Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus and other conditions.  Glizid 40 Tablet contains Gliclazide as an active ingredient.

How Glizid 40mg working?

Glizid 40mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood glucose.

How is Glizid 40mg used?

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 40mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Glizid 40mg Indications

Take Glizid 40mg Tablet as directed by your doctor. Follow the instructions mentioned on the label. The medicine should be taken orally with breakfast or the first meal of the day. An adequate amount of water should be consumed while taking this medicine.

Glizid 40mg Dosage

• Glizid M Tablet

• Glizid 80mg Tablet
• Glizid MV Tablet
• Glizid 40mg Tablet
• Glizid M OD 60 Tablet
• Glizide M 80mg/500mg Tablet

Contraindication Of Glizid 40mg

Hypersensitivity to Glizid 40mg Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Glizid 40mg Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions:

• Acute myocardial infarction
• Cardiovascular collapse
• Diabetic ketoacidosis
• Diabetic precoma and coma

Adverse effects Of Glizid 40mg

• Dizziness
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Confusion
• Weakness
• Sweating
• Changes in vision
• Decreased heartbeat
• Abdominal pain
• Constipation
• Skin rash
• Elevated liver enzymes

Special Precautions And Related Warnings Of Glizid 40mg

Glizid 40mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol intake may increase or decrease the blood sugar lowering action in an unpredictable way

Glizid 40mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Glizid 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Glizid 40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. These patients can experience very low blood sugar levels with this medicine, which may take a long time to come back to normal.

Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).

Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxious feeling.

Storage Conditions for Glizid 40mg

Store medicines at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze medicines unless required by package insert. Keep medicines away from children and pets.