Glicazide Benefits & Uses

Glicazide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Other Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Glicazide Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Glicazide Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Glicazide is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)

Moderate

Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)

Mild

Fainting
Bradycardia
Change in vision
Weakness
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
Confusion

Common

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
पेट दर्द
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Rash
Itching or burning
Urticaria

Glicazide Related Warnings

Is the use of Glicazide safe for pregnant women?

Glicazide shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Glicazide safe during breastfeeding?

Glicazide may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Glicazide on the Kidneys?

Glicazide can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Glicazide on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Glicazide. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Glicazide on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Glicazide on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Glicazide with Other Drugs

Glicazide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Glicazide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glicazide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Diabetes Type 1
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Diabetic Ketoacidosis

Frequently asked Questions about Glicazide

Is this Glicazide habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Glicazide.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Glicazide since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Glicazide is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Glicazide in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Glicazide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Glicazide

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Glicazide and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Glicazide

Taking alcohol with Glicazide can be dangerous.

Severe