Diamicron - Uses and Dosage

Diamicron is a brand of gliclazide, an oral antidiabetic medication used to control blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Category
Drug
Where to get
Prescription-only medication available at pharmacies.
Applicable for
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Diamicron FAQ


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What is Diamicron Mr used for?

1. What Diamicron MR is and what it is used for tablets, sugar cubes, sweet juice, sweetened tea. You should tablets, sugar cubes). Remember that artificial sweeteners are not effective. Please contact your doctor or the nearest hospital if taking sugar does not help or if the symptoms recur. sugar level has dropped.

When should I use Diamicron 30mg Mr?

DIAMICRON 30mg MR is used in a certain form of diabetes (type 2 diabetes mellitus) in adults, when diet, exercise and weight loss alone do not have an adequate effect on keeping blood sugar at the correct level. you have diabetic keto-acidosis), a diabetic pre-coma or coma, if you are breastfeeding (see Section “Pregnancy and breastfeeding”).

Does Diamicron contain gliclazide?

Diamicron tablets contain the active ingredient gliclazide, which is a type of medicine called a sulphonylurea. Gliclazide is also available without a brand name, ie as the generic medicine. Gliclazide is used to help control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. What is it used for?

How do I take Diamicron Mr?

HOW TO TAKE DIAMICRON MR constipation. meal as recommended, See Section 3 “How to take”. (hypoglycaemia). told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. possibly urine sugar levels. changed gliclazide doses. mg) in a single intake at breakfast time. This depends on the response to treatment. Diamicron MR is for oral use.

Who should I consult about Diamicron 60 mg Mr tables?

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances. Patient information for DIAMICRON 60 MG MR TABLETS Including dosage instructions and possible side effects.

What should I know about Diamicron 30 mg Mr tablets?

• Fluoroquinolones: in case of a concomitant use of Diamicron 30 mg MR Tablets and a fluoroquinolone, the patient should be warned of the risk of dysglycaemia, and the importance of blood glucose monitoring should be emphasised. • Anticoagulant therapy (Warfarin ...):

What is the recommended daily dose of Diamicron?

The maximum recommended daily dose is 120 mg. • Switching from Diamicron 80 mg tablets to Diamicron 30 mg modified release tablets: 1 tablet of Diamicron 80 mg is comparable to 1 tablet of Diamicron 30 mg MR Tablets. Consequently the switch can be performed provided a careful blood monitoring.

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