Glicab: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use it

Uses of Glicab

What is Glicab?

Glicab is an oral diabetes medication that is useful for lowering blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. The use of Glicab is only for those who have type two diabetes (not dependent on insulin). The use of this drug in conjunction with a diet and exercise program can help patients with diabetes avoid kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, amputations, or problems with sexual function. Proper blood sugar control also helps reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Glicab is a trademark of gliclazide, meaning that the active ingredient in this drug is gliclazide, so it works the same way as the drug gliclazide. Glicab is a sulfonylurea class of drugs that works by stimulating the release of insulin by the pancreas so that glucose can enter the body to be broken down into energy.

What are the rules for drinking Glicab?

Follow your doctor's recommendations when taking this medicine. This medicine is usually taken one to two times a day with meals.

To reduce side effects, your doctor may give you a low dose first and then increase it gradually. The dose of Glicab given takes into account your health condition and your body's response to this drug. Do not change your dose or stop medication without consulting your doctor.

Take this medicine regularly for the expected results. To make it easier for you to remember, eat it at the same time each day as your meal schedule.

If your condition does not improve or even gets worse, contact your doctor immediately. Your doctor may make a dosage adjustment or change medication.

What are the rules for saving Glicabs?

Store this drug at room temperature, ranging from 15-30 degrees Celsius. Keep this medication away from direct light and heat. Do not store it in a damp place, such as the bathroom or sink. Keep this medicine out of reach of children.

Do not flush or flush this medication down the toilet or drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has reached its expiration date or is no longer in use. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of this medication.

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dosage of Glicab in adult patients?

Initial dose: 40 - 80 mg per day. Can be increased to 320 mg if needed.

Doses that exceed 160 mg per day can be given in halves.

For modified release tablet: 30 mg once daily and can be increased to a maximum of 120 mg per day. The dose increase is carried out at least one month after treatment.

What is the dosage of Glicab in pediatric patients?

The dosage in pediatric patients has not been established. Talk to your doctor about using the right medication for your child.

In what dosage and preparation is Glicab available?

Tablet, Oral: 80 mg

Side effects

What side effects may occur due to consumption of Glicab?

The most common side effect in those taking blood sugar-lowering drugs is hypoglycemia. Signs if you have hypoglycemia are:

• Body shaking
• Dizzy
• Blurred vision
• Nausea
• Sweating
• Tingling sensation
• Hard to breathe
• Sleepy

First aid for low blood sugar is through oral feeding of sugar. You can give sugar, candy, honey, or non-diet soda to increase blood sugar levels quickly. Hypoglycemia that is not treated properly can lead to seizures, fainting, and even death.

Symptoms of hyperglycemia can also occur, such as excessive thirst, increased urination, confusion, drowsiness, flushed face, rapid breathing, and fruity breath. Tell your doctor if you experience this. You may need to increase the dosage.

Contact your doctor immediately if you find symptoms of an allergy to gliclazide contained in Glicab. Symptoms of this drug allergy include itching, red spots all over the body, swelling in the face / eyes / lips / tongue / throat area, and shortness of breath.

The side effects of gliclazide can also cause digestive disorders, including:

• Stomach pain and discomfort
• Not feeling well
• Gag
• Indigestion
• Diarrhea
• Constipation

Some of the other side effects that may occur due to the consumption of gliclazide in Glicab are:

• A feeling of pressure in the chest
• Headache
• Back pain
• Rhinitis
• Bronchitis
• Pharyngitis
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Viral infection
• Skin disorders

The above list is not a complete list of the side effects that this drug may produce. Talk to your doctor about the possible side effects that you are worried about will occur.

Warnings and Precautions

What should I pay attention to before taking Glicab?

• Tell your doctor if you have any drug allergies, especially allergies to gliclazide. Tell me about any other allergies you have, including allergies to certain herbs or foods. This medicine may contain other ingredients that can cause allergies
• You cannot take Glicab if you have type 1 diabetes (have a dependence on insulin) or diabetic ketoacidosis, as well as a G6PD deficiency.
• You should not use this medicine after you have experienced trauma (hard impact), infection, or have recently had surgery
• Before taking Glicab, inform your doctor about your medical history, including past and current diseases. Tell your doctor if you have had or are having problems with your kidneys, heart, or liver, have porphyria (a congenital disease that affects your liver or bone marrow)
• Tell your doctor about all medicines you are currently taking. Some drugs cannot be taken at the same time because it will decrease the performance of one drug or increase the risk of side effects
• Glicab is not used to treat diabetes in children
• This medicine may cause blurred vision, dizziness, or severe drowsiness as a result of a drastic drop or increase in blood sugar levels. Avoid activities that require high alertness, such as driving, before knowing how your body responds to this medication
• Tell your doctor if you are going to have surgery, including dental surgery. Tell your doctor, or dentist about using Glicab
• Tell your doctor if you plan to become pregnant or are pregnant but need to control your blood sugar. Your doctor may prepare alternative treatments or make dosage adjustments

Drug Interactions

What medicines may interact with Glicab?

Certain drugs cannot be prescribed together because they can cause drug interactions. Drug interactions can change the performance of your medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Your doctor may prescribe both drugs that can cause interactions at the same time if needed.

Keep a list of all medications you have used or are currently using (including prescription, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products). Consult your doctor or pharmacist. The following is a list of drugs that may interact with Glicab:

• ACE inhibitors
• Diabetes medicines, such as acarbose, insulin, or metformin
• Beta blockers, such as metoprolol, propranolol, timolol
• Sulfonamide
• Phenylbutazone
• Clarithromycin
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen
• Chlorpromazine
• Glucocorticoids
• Ritodrine
• Salbutamol
• Terbutaline
• Anticoagulants
• Miconazole

Overdose

What should I do if I have an emergency or overdose?

Call emergency medical help right away (119) or rush to the nearest hospital emergency department for help if someone experiences serious overdose symptoms such as fainting and difficulty breathing. Glicab overdose can cause hypoglycemia. The first treatment can be by consuming sugar / carbohydrates orally.

What if I forget my medication schedule?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if the distance is too close to the next schedule, skip the forgotten schedule. Continue taking medication on a regular schedule. Take this medicine with food. Do not double your dose on a single medication schedule.