Euroglic 40mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Euro Biogenics
Salt Composition
Gliclazide (40mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Euroglic 40mg 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
Euroglic 40mg 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. Euroglic 40mg 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 Euroglic 40mg 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 recommended timing for taking Euroglic 40mg tablets?
Take Euroglic 40mg tablets before meals or as directed by your healthcare professional. There's evidence suggesting that Euroglic 40mg tablets work best at controlling post-meal high blood sugar levels when taken 30 minutes before breakfast. If you're prescribed to take it once daily, do so in the morning with breakfast alongside a glass of water.
Are Euroglic 40mg tablets the same as metformin?
No, Euroglic 40mg tablets are different from metformin. Although both are oral medications used for type 2 diabetes management, their mechanisms of action differ. Euroglic 40mg tablets increase insulin secretion by the pancreas while metformin improves the body's natural insulin function.
Can I take metformin and Euroglic 40mg tablets together?
Yes, Euroglic 40mg tablets and metformin can be taken together as prescribed by your healthcare provider. However, it's crucial to consult your doctor because taking both medications might lead to low blood sugar. Additionally, this combination might contribute to low blood sugar if you delay or miss meals, exercise more than usual, or take insulin.
Does Euroglic 40mg tablets negatively impact kidney function?
Euroglic 40mg tablets are generally safe for individuals with normal kidney function. However, inform your healthcare provider about any existing kidney issues as this medication's excretion is primarily via the kidneys. Depending on your individual case, the dose may be adjusted if you have pre-existing kidney problems.
