Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Gliclazide (80mg) + Metformin (500mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Fourrts India Laboratories Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet belongs to a category of medicines known as anti-diabetic drugs. It is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Gliclazide and Metformin.
What is Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet?
Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet is a combination medication that contains two active ingredients: Gliclazide and Metformin. It is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) in adults, improving blood glucose levels when taken with proper diet and regular exercise. Gliclazide works by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas, while Metformin lowers glucose production in the liver and improves insulin sensitivity.
What are the possible side effects of Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet?
The common side effects associated with Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet include hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level), altered taste, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, and upper respiratory tract infection. Rare but serious side effects can occur, such as lactic acidosis, which is a medical emergency caused by increased levels of lactic acid in the blood.
Can the use of Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, taking Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet can lead to low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). Symptoms include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate, and feeling anxious or shaky. This risk is higher if food is missed or delayed, alcohol is consumed, excessive exercise is done, or other antidiabetic medications are taken along with Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet.
Can the use of Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet cause lactic acidosis?
Yes, using Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet can lead to lactic acidosis, a rare but serious side effect associated with Metformin. This condition is characterized by increased levels of lactic acid in the blood and may be caused by underlying kidney disease, old age, or excessive alcohol consumption.
Can the use of Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, taking Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet for an extended period can cause vitamin B12 deficiency. This occurs when the medication interferes with the absorption of vitamin B12 in the stomach, potentially leading to anemia and nerve problems if left untreated.
Are there any specific conditions in which Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet should not be taken?
Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet should be avoided by individuals with known allergies to its components or excipients, as well as those with moderate to severe kidney disease or underlying metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis.
Is it safe to take alcohol while I am also taking Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet?
No, consuming alcohol along with Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet can lower blood sugar levels and increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
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. Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
- Inform your doctor about your diabetes treatment if you are due to have surgery under a general anesthetic.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing or if you have persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.
- Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Gliclan M 80mg/500mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
