Diamicron Xr 60mg Strip Of 14 Tablets
Diamicron Xr 60 MG Description
Diamicron XR 60 tablet contains Gliclazide, an antidiabetic agent used in adults to treat Type II diabetes mellitus when diet, exercise and lifestyle changes alone are insufficient. Type II diabetes is characterized by high blood glucose levels due to inadequate insulin production or reduced sensitivity of body cells to insulin.
During treatment with Diamicron XR 60 tablet, your doctor may advise lifestyle modifications like a healthy diet, regular exercise and abstaining from alcohol.
Before taking Diamicron XR 60 tablet, inform your doctor about any liver or kidney problems, hormonal issues, genetic disorders (such as G6PD deficiency), malnourishment or irregular diet. This medication is not suitable for patients with type I diabetes mellitus.
One common side effect of Diamicron XR 60 tablet is hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), which may cause increased hunger, sweating, shakiness, weakness or an irregular heartbeat. Regular blood sugar monitoring and dose adjustments will be made by your doctor to avoid this condition. Keep a sugary snack on hand in case of hypoglycemia symptoms. Report to your doctor if no improvement occurs. Headache, dizziness and constipation are other common side effects.
Before using Diamicron XR 60 tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, breastfeeding or have a detailed medical history. Proper medical guidance and adherence to the prescribed regimen will aid in managing diabetes effectively with Diamicron XR 60 tablets.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹223.61 |
You Save | ₹30.49 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Gliclazide(60.0 Mg) |
Uses | Type 2 Diabetes |
Side effects | Headache, nausea, stomach ache, low sugar levels |
Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
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Uses of Diamicron Xr 60 MG
Contraindications of Diamicron Xr 60 MG
- If you are allergic to gliclazide or any other ingredients of Diamicron XR 60 tablet
- If you have type 1 diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes
- If you are taking miconazole to treat fungal infection
- If you have problems with your kidney or liver
- If you have ketones and sugar in your urine
- If you have diabetic pre-coma or coma
- If you are breastfeeding
Side effects of Diamicron Xr 60 MG
- Fever
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Low blood sugar
Precautions and Warnings of Diamicron Xr 60 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
- It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Diamicron XR 60 tablet as it affects blood glucose levels.
- It can decrease or increase the blood sugar level depending on the quantity and frequency of alcohol consumption.
- It increases the appetite and you tend to consume more calories and it interferes with the way this medicine works.
- Alcohol can also increase the risk of developing a serious side effect.
Other General Warnings
- You have low blood sugar, heart, liver or kidney problems.
- You consume alcohol.
- You experience sweating, anxiety, fast or irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure, and chest pain.
- You experience headaches, intense hunger, nausea, vomiting, sleep disorders, restlessness, aggressiveness, depression, confusion, speech or visual disorders, fits, and dizziness.
- You have a hereditary condition called glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency.
- You should follow a regular diet and should not skip or delay any meals.
- You should take your medicine on time.
- This medicine is not recommended for children.
Directions for Use of Diamicron Xr 60 MG
- Take Diamicron XR 60 tablet as a whole with a sufficient amount of water before meals.
- You should take this medicine regularly and without fail, as directed by your doctor.
- You should not consume it more than the stated recommended daily dose.
Storage and disposal of Diamicron Xr 60 MG
Quick Tips of Diamicron Xr 60 MG
- Diamicron Xr 60mg tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine. It is used for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus by lowering blood sugar levels. It contains gliclazide as the active ingredient.
- Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.
- Do not change the dosage or frequency of use without consulting your doctor.
- It is recommended to take this tablet at the same time every day to maintain consistent levels of the medication in your system for optimal results.
- Along with taking Diamicron Xr 60mg tablet, it is essential that you do certain lifestyle modifications like exercising regularly, avoiding smoking and drinking alcohol.
- It is also advised to have a balanced diet with adequate fruits and vegetables for good control of your blood sugar levels.
- Before starting Diamicron Xr 60mg tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
- Headache, stomach pain, constipation, dizziness and nausea/vomiting may occur in some individuals with the use of this medicine. Inform your doctor if these effects bother you or do not go away.
- Talk to your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease.
- If you miss a dose of Diamicron Xr 60mg, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the regular time.
Dosage of Diamicron Xr 60 MG
Overdose
- Excess of Diamicron XR 60 tablet will lead to low blood sugar levels with symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, fainting, dizziness, excess sweating, excessive hunger, fits, anxiety, blurred vision, palpitations....
- If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of this medicine, then contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
- You should never miss your blood sugar medicines, as it may lead to high blood sugar and symptoms associated with that.
- If you missed any dose of medicine, then take it as soon as you remember.
- If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
- Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
Mode of Action of Diamicron Xr 60 MG
How Does It Work?
Interactions of Diamicron Xr 60 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- You should not use Diamicron XR 60 tablet along with Miconazole used to treat the infection as it may cause low blood sugar and may even lead to a coma.
- You should not use Gliclazide along with danazol used to treat breast and menstrual disorders, as it may cause high blood sugar.
- You may experience low blood sugar when taken along with Phenylbutazone, concomitant use of these medicines is not recommended.
- Be cautious when taken along with medicines to treat high blood sugar (insulin), and antibiotics (Sulfadiazine, Bactrim, clarithromycin).
- Be cautious when taken along with medicines to treat high blood pressure or heart diseases (captopril or enalapril), and medicines to treat psychiatric illness (phenelzine, selegiline).
- You may experience high blood sugar when taken along with medicines to treat asthma (salbutamol, ritodrine, terbutaline), you should be cautious
- Be cautious when taken along with chlorpromazine, St John's Wort.
- You may experience abnormal blood sugar levels when taken along with antibiotics like ciprofloxacin, gemifloxacin, and levofloxacin.
- This medicine may increase the effects of medicines which reduce blood clotting like warfarin, and heparin.
Content Details
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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