Diamicron XR 60 Tablet

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Composition FOR Diamicron 60mg Tablet XR

Gliclazide(60mg)

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lactation interaction for Diamicron Tablet XR

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Diamicron XR 60 Tablet should be taken with or after food.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Diamicron XR 60 Tablet
UNSAFE
The safety of Diamicron XR 60 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Diamicron XR 60 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Diamicron 60mg Tablet XR

Gliclazide(60mg)

Diamicron tablet xr uses

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

How diamicron tablet xr works

Diamicron XR 60 Tablet 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 diamicron tablet xr

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

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Expert advice FOR Diamicron Tablet XR

  • 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 Diamicron 60mg Tablet XR

Gliclazide

Q. What is the best time to take Diamicron XR 60 Tablet?
Take Diamicron XR 60 Tablet 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 Diamicron XR 60 Tablet the same as metformin?
No, Diamicron XR 60 Tablet 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 Diamicron XR 60 Tablet 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 Diamicron XR 60 Tablet at the same time?
Yes, Diamicron XR 60 Tablet 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 Diamicron XR 60 Tablet bad for kidneys?
No, Diamicron XR 60 Tablet 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 Diamicron XR 60 Tablet can be assessed. This is done to analyze whether Diamicron XR 60 Tablet 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 18 November, 2025, by Dr. Sachin Gupta (MD Pharmacology, MBBS)