Glycinorm 40 Tablet (Gliclazide 40mg)

INTRODUCTION

GLYCINORM 40MG contains Gliclazide which is one of a group of medicines called sulfonylureas that are used to lower the blood sugar level. Gliclazide are used to treat maturity onset diabetes in patients that is not controlled by diet alone. They are not for use in children or in patients with diabetes requiring insulin.

It is used to treat type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is an illness where the body does not make enough insulin, or the insulin that’s made does not work properly. This causes high blood sugar (hyperglycaemia). Your doctor will prescribe your dose depends on your condition and blood sugar levels. GLYCINORM 40MG may be taken with or without food. You should not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Before taking this medicine, consult your doctor for advice if you have liver, kidney, heart disease or any other medical condition. Do not drive or operate any machines while taking GLYCINORM 40MG if your blood sugar is too low or high. The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain or discomfort, diarrhoea and constipation.

USES OF GLYCINORM 40MG

Reduce the blood sugar level in type 2 diabetes
HOW GLYCINORM 40MG WORKS
Insulin is the hormone which controls the level of sugar in your blood. GLYCINORM 40MG works by increasing the amount of insulin produced by the pancreas.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take this medicine as your doctor has told you. Swallow the medicine whole with water. Do not chew the medicine.

SIDE EFFECTS OF GLYCINORM 40MG

SERIOUS
Allergic reaction (skin rash, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, difficulty breathing or swallowing)
Angioedema
Blistering or peeling of the skin (skin rash)
Hepatitis or liver failure causing fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, weight loss, fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes)
COMMON
Nausea, vomiting
Abdominal pain or discomfort
Diarrhoea
Constipation
Skin rashes or pale skin, redness, itching and hives
Indigestion

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HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Skin redness:

Avoid hot showers or baths because hot water can irritate the skin. Moisturizers can be used regular basis to soothe and hydrate the affected area.

Constipation:

Eat fiber rich foods such as fresh fruit, vegetables and cereals, and drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly.

Diarrhoea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or squash, to avoid dehydration. Do not take any other medicines without speaking to a doctor.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY
GLYCINORM 40MG is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

BREASTFEEDING
GLYCINORM 40MG is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate any machines while taking GLYCINORM 40MG if your blood sugar is too low or high.

ALCOHOL
Do not drink alcohol while taking GLYCINORM 40MG as it can affect the control of your blood sugar.

KIDNEY
This medicine should be taken with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Consult your doctor for advice.

LIVER
This medicine should be taken with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Consult your doctor for advice.

ALLERGY
Do not take GLYCINORM 40MG if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Gliclazide or any other ingredients in this medicine.

HEART DISEASE
GLYCINORM 40MG should be used with caution in patients suffering from active heart diseases. Before taking this medicine consult your doctor.

INTERACTIONS

Tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription or the following:

Insulin or any other anti-diabetic medicine
Sulphonylureas e.g. glimepiride or glipizide used to treat diabetes
Rifampicin antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis
Carbamazepine, phenobarbital or phenytoin used to treat epilepsy
Medicines which is used to prevent blood clotting (e.g. warfarin)
Cimetidine (used to treat stomach ulcers)
Clofibrate (used to treat high cholesterol in the blood)
Disopyramide (for irregular heartbeats)