Diacor 80mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Elikem Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Gliclazide (80mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Diacor 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
Diacor 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. 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.
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. Diacor 80mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Diacor 80mg Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Diacor 80mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Diacor 80mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Trimethoprim Amiloride Atenolol Beclometasone
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 Diacor 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 best time to take Diacor 80mg Tablet?
Take Diacor 80mg Tablet before meals or exactly as instructed by your doctor. There is evidence suggesting that Diacor 80mg Tablet works best in controlling post-meal high blood sugar levels when taken 30 minutes before breakfast. Therefore, if you are supposed to take it once daily, take it in the morning with breakfast with a glass of water.
Is Diacor 80mg Tablet the same as metformin?
No, Diacor 80mg Tablet is not the same as metformin. Although both these oral medications are used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, the way they work to reduce sugar levels differ. While Diacor 80mg Tablet acts by increasing insulin secretion from the pancreas, metformin works by improving the body’s use of insulin already present.
Can you take metformin and Diacor 80mg Tablet at the same time?
Yes, Diacor 80mg Tablet and metformin can be taken at the same time, but only if prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor may have prescribed taking both together to control uncontrolled sugar levels. However, taking the two together may cause low blood sugar which may also occur if you delay or miss a meal, exercise more than usual, or take them with insulin. Follow the instructions given by your doctor strictly to avoid complications.
Is Diacor 80mg Tablet bad for kidneys?
Diacor 80mg Tablet is not harmful if your kidney function is normal. If you have pre-existing kidney problems, inform your doctor. This will help determine whether Diacor 80mg Tablet can be used, as it is primarily excreted through the kidneys. If you have kidney problems, you will begin at a lower dose.
