Hilglic 80mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Gliclazide (80mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Heal India Laboratories |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Hilglic 80mg 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. Hilglic 80mg 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.
is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood sugar levels.
What is the recommended time to take Hilglic 80mg Tablet?
Take Hilglic 80mg Tablet as directed by your doctor, ideally before meals. Research suggests that taking it 30 minutes before breakfast may be most effective in controlling post-meal blood sugar levels. Therefore, if you are prescribed a daily dose, take it with breakfast and water.
Is Hilglic 80mg Tablet the same as metformin?
No, Hilglic 80mg Tablet is not identical to metformin. While both medications treat type 2 diabetes, they work in different ways: Hilglic 80mg Tablet enhances insulin secretion by the pancreas, whereas metformin optimizes existing insulin's effectiveness.
Can I take metformin and Hilglic 80mg Tablet together?
Yes, your doctor may prescribe taking both medications together to manage high blood sugar levels. However, combining them can cause low blood sugar, especially when skipping meals or engaging in excessive physical activity. Always follow your doctor's instructions carefully to avoid complications.
Is Hilglic 80mg Tablet bad for my kidneys?
Hilglic 80mg Tablet is not harmful if you have normal kidney function. Inform your doctor about any previous kidney problems, as they will assess whether the medication can be used and at what dose.
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. Hilglic 80mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
- Take it shortly before or with the first main meal of the day (usually breakfast). Avoid skipping meals.
- Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Hilglic 80mg Tablet affects you.
- It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or if you delay or miss a meal.
- 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 anxiety.
- 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).
- indigestion and stomach upsets
- low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia)
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Hilglic 80mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Hilglic 80mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy
Hilglic 80mg 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.
