Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR

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Composition FOR Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR

Gliclazide(30mg)

food interaction for Kenquick Tablet SR

alcohol interaction for Kenquick Tablet SR

pregnancy interaction for Kenquick Tablet SR

lactation interaction for Kenquick Tablet SR

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR should be taken with or after food.
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CAUTION
Consumption of alcohol with Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR may cause a disulfiram-like reaction, leading to symptoms such as flushing, increased heart rate, low blood pressure, nausea, lightheadedness, and severe headache.
UNSAFE
Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR

Gliclazide(30mg)

Kenquick tablet sr uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.

How kenquick tablet sr works

Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR is a diabetes medicine that helps lower blood sugar by increasing insulin release from the pancreas. It works by stimulating the pancreatic cells to produce more insulin, which helps move sugar from the blood into the cells for energy. It also helps the body use insulin more effectively and may support blood vessel health.

Common side effects of kenquick tablet sr

Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Weight gain, Flatulence, Diarrhea, Headache, Nausea, Dizziness

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Expert advice FOR Kenquick Tablet SR

  • Try to take it with the first main meal of the day (usually breakfast). Avoid skipping meals.
  • Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Gliclazide 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, tremors, 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).
  • Gliclazide helps decrease high blood sugar levels and avoid long-term complications of diabetes.

Frequently asked questions FOR Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR

Gliclazide

Q. What is the best time to take Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR?
Take Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR with food or as instructed by your doctor. Take it once daily, and take it in the morning with breakfast, with a glass of water.
Q. Is Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR the same as metformin?
No, Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR is not the same as metformin. Although both these oral medicines are used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, the way they work to reduce sugar levels is different. While Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR acts by increasing the secretion of insulin by the pancreas, metformin acts by improving the functioning and effectiveness of the insulin already available in the body.
Q. Can you take metformin and Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR at the same time?
Yes, Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR and metformin can be taken at the same time, but only if prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor may have prescribed taking the two together to control your 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 it with insulin. Follow the instructions given by your doctor strictly to avoid such complications.
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Q. Is Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR bad for kidneys?
No, Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR is not harmful if your kidney function is normal. Any previous case of kidney problems should be reported to the doctor so that the use of Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR can be assessed. This is done to analyze whether Kenquick 30mg Tablet SR can be given or not, because it is principally excreted by the kidneys. If you have kidney problems, you will be started on a lower dose.

Content on this page was last updated on 07 January, 2026, by Dr. Sachin Gupta (MD Pharmacology, MBBS)