Glicla Dm 80 mg Tablet

Composition of Glicla Dm 80 mg Tablet

Glicla Dm 80 mg Tablet contains Gliclazide (80mg). It belongs to the Sulfonylurea (second-generation) class of medicines.

Uses of Glicla Dm 80 mg Tablet

• Type 2 diabetes mellitus (non-insulin-dependent) to help control blood glucose
• especially when diet and exercise alone are insufficient

Key benefits

• Lowers high blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
• Improves insulin release from pancreas
• Helps reduce symptoms/complications of uncontrolled diabetes
• Supports better HbA1c control when combined with diet and exercise

How Glicla Dm 80 mg Tablet works

Gliclazide is a sulfonylurea antidiabetic that stimulates the pancreas to release insulin by closing ATP-sensitive potassium channels in beta cells. This increases insulin secretion and helps lower blood glucose levels.

How to take Glicla Dm 80 mg Tablet

Take by mouth exactly as prescribed. Usually taken with/just before meals (often breakfast; if divided dose, with breakfast and dinner) to reduce risk of hypoglycaemia. Swallow tablet with water; do not skip meals.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Glicla DM 80mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe and prolonged low blood sugar, which may lead to fits or unconsciousness. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Glicla Dm 80 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Glicla Dm are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Hypoglycaemia
• dizziness
• headache
• nausea
• stomach upset
• diarrhoea
• weight gain
• skin rash/itching
• elevated liver enzymes

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Glicla Dm 80 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

May cause hypoglycaemia (higher risk with missed meals, excess exercise, alcohol, elderly, kidney/liver impairment). Use caution in renal or hepatic disease; dose adjustment/monitoring may be needed. Avoid driving/operating machinery if symptoms of low sugar occur. Inform doctor about fever, infection, surgery, or major stress (therapy may need change). Rare: severe skin reactions, blood dyscrasias, hepatitis/jaundice—seek medical help if rash, easy bruising, yellowing of eyes/skin, or persistent nausea occurs. Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.

Do not take Glicla Dm if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for type 1 diabetes or for diabetic ketoacidosis. Not for people with severe kidney or liver disease.

Interactions with other medicines

Other antidiabetics/insulin (increased hypoglycaemia), alcohol (disulfiram-like reaction and hypoglycaemia risk), fluconazole/miconazole (increased gliclazide effect), macrolides (e.g., clarithromycin), sulfonamides, warfarin (may alter anticoagulant effect), beta-blockers (mask hypoglycaemia symptoms), corticosteroids/thiazide diuretics/sympathomimetics (raise glucose), rifampicin (reduced effect)

How to store Glicla Dm 80 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from moisture and light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Glicla Dm 80 mg Tablet

Try to take it with the first main meal of the day (usually breakfast). Avoid skipping meals. Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Glicla DM 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, tremors, 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). Glicla DM 80mg Tablet helps decrease high blood sugar levels and avoid long-term complications of diabetes.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SHRRISHTI HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS(I) PVT LTD

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic

Drug class:

Sulfonylurea (second-generation)

Chemical class:

Sulfonylurea