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Gliclan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Diabetes Type 2 are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Gliclan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gliclan. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Gliclan are Constipation, Abdominal Pain, Indigestion. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gliclan can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Gliclan normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Gliclan's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gliclan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Diabetic Ketoacidosis must refrain from the use of Gliclan since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Gliclan have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Gliclan may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gliclan is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Gliclan is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gliclan is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gliclan safe for pregnant women?
Gliclan should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Gliclan safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Gliclan. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Gliclan on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Gliclan. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Gliclan on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Gliclan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Gliclan only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Gliclan on the Heart?
Side effects of Gliclan rarely affect the heart.
Gliclan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gliclan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gliclan habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gliclan has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Gliclan as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Gliclan should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gliclan for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gliclan
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Gliclan and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gliclan
Taking Gliclan with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience