Sucrazide Information

Sucrazide is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diabetes. Other than this, Sucrazide has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sucrazide. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Sucrazide include Nausea or vomiting, Bradycardia, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sucrazide as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Sucrazide normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Sucrazide's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Sucrazide related warnings talks about Sucrazide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sucrazide contraindications section.

Besides this, Sucrazide may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Sucrazide is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Sucrazide Benefits & Uses
Sucrazide Dosage & How to Take
Sucrazide Side Effects
Sucrazide Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Sucrazide with Other Drugs
Sucrazide Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Sucrazide
Sucrazide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Sucrazide Benefits & Uses

Sucrazide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Sucrazide Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Gliclazide (80 mg), Metformin (500 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Gliclazide (80 mg), Metformin (500 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Gliclazide (80 mg), Metformin (500 mg)/Tablet

Sucrazide Related Warnings

Is the use of Sucrazide safe for pregnant women?

Sucrazide may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Sucrazide again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Sucrazide safe during breastfeeding?

Sucrazide is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Sucrazide on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Sucrazide. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Sucrazide on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Sucrazide. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Sucrazide on the Heart?

Sucrazide can cause side effects that could harm the heart. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Sucrazide with Other Drugs

Sucrazide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenylbutazone

PHENYLBUTAZONE TABLET 10S

Rifampicin

Phenytoin

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Chlorpromazine

Estradiol

Amlodipine

Sucrazide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sucrazide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hemolytic Anemia
Heart Disease
Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Sucrazide

Is this Sucrazide habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Sucrazide is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Sucrazide since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Sucrazide only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Sucrazide for mental disorders.

No

Sucrazide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sucrazide

Taking Sucrazide with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sucrazide

Consuming Sucrazide with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe