Gliclazide + Metformin Benefits & Uses

Gliclazide + Metformin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Gliclazide + Metformin 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

Gliclazide + Metformin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gliclazide + Metformin is used -

Severe

Dizziness
Change in vision

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Bradycardia
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Diarrhoea
Metallic taste in mouth
Skin Rash

Gliclazide + Metformin Related Warnings

Is the use of Gliclazide + Metformin safe for pregnant women?

Gliclazide + Metformin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Gliclazide + Metformin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Gliclazide + Metformin safe during breastfeeding?

Gliclazide + Metformin does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Gliclazide + Metformin on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Gliclazide + Metformin. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gliclazide + Metformin on the Liver?

Gliclazide + Metformin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gliclazide + Metformin on the Heart?

Effects of Gliclazide + Metformin on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Gliclazide + Metformin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenylbutazone

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Rifampicin

Phenytoin

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Chlorpromazine

Estradiol

Amlodipine

Gliclazide + Metformin Contraindications

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

Hemolytic Anemia
Heart Disease
Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Gliclazide + Metformin

Is this Gliclazide + Metformin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Gliclazide + Metformin.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Gliclazide + Metformin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Gliclazide + Metformin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Gliclazide + Metformin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gliclazide + Metformin

Taking Gliclazide + Metformin with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gliclazide + Metformin

Consumption of alcohol and Gliclazide + Metformin together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe