Dayclazide 60mg Tablet MR
Manufacturer
Daylon Healthcare
Salt Composition
Gliclazide (60mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Dayclazide 60mg Tablet MR 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 MR
Introduction
Dayclazide 60mg Tablet MR 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. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.
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. Dayclazide 60mg Tablet MR 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 Dayclazide 60mg Tablet MR 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 Dayclazide 60mg Tablet MR?
Take Dayclazide 60mg Tablet MR exactly as directed by your doctor, ideally before meals. Studies suggest that it works best in controlling post-meal high blood sugar levels when taken 30 minutes prior to breakfast. If instructed to take it once daily, administer it with breakfast and a glass of water.
Is Dayclazide 60mg Tablet MR the same as metformin?
No, Dayclazide 60mg Tablet MR is not equivalent to metformin. Although both are oral medications used in type 2 diabetes treatment, their mechanisms of reducing sugar levels differ. Dayclazide 60mg Tablet MR stimulates insulin secretion by the pancreas, whereas metformin enhances insulin effectiveness and functioning.
Can I take metformin and Dayclazide 60mg Tablet MR simultaneously?
Yes, Dayclazide 60mg Tablet MR and metformin can be taken together only under a doctor's prescription. Your physician may have ordered the combination to manage uncontrolled sugar levels. However, taking both medications concurrently may lead to low blood sugar, particularly if you skip or delay meals, engage in excessive physical activity, or take them with insulin. Adhere strictly to your doctor's instructions to avoid complications.
Is Dayclazide 60mg Tablet MR harmful to the kidneys?
No, Dayclazide 60mg Tablet MR is not detrimental if your kidney function is normal. If you have a history of kidney problems, inform your doctor so they can assess whether it's safe for you to take this medication. This evaluation ensures that you're started at a lower dose if necessary.
