Canzide 80mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Canipla Care
Salt Composition
Gliclazide (80mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Canzide 80mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It belongs to a group of medicines called sulfonylureas and helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Canzide 80mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. It should be taken with food. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to how it works.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Canzide 80mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower the blood sugar levels.
Quick Tips
Take it shortly before or with the first main meal of the day (usually breakfast). Avoid skipping meals. Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Canzide 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, tremor 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).
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Frequently asked questions
What is the optimal timing for taking Canzide 80mg Tablet?
Take Canzide 80mg Tablet as directed by your doctor, ideally before meals or with breakfast to effectively manage post-meal high blood sugar levels. Taking it 30 minutes before breakfast may be particularly beneficial.
Is Canzide 80mg Tablet the same as metformin?
No, Canzide 80mg Tablet is not identical to metformin. Although both are oral medications for type 2 diabetes treatment, they work differently to reduce sugar levels. Canzide 80mg Tablet stimulates insulin secretion by the pancreas, whereas metformin enhances the function and effectiveness of existing insulin.
Can you take metformin and Canzide 80mg Tablet together?
Yes, taking Canzide 80mg Tablet with metformin is possible under a doctor's prescription. Your healthcare provider may have recommended this combination to manage uncontrolled sugar levels. However, be aware that combining these medications can cause low blood sugar, which might occur if you skip or delay meals, exercise excessively, or take insulin.
Is Canzide 80mg Tablet harmful to the kidneys?
Canzide 80mg Tablet is generally safe for individuals with normal kidney function. If you have a history of kidney problems, inform your doctor, who will assess whether Canzide 80mg Tablet can be used in your case. The medication is primarily excreted by the kidneys, and starting at a lower dose may be necessary if kidney issues are present.
