Brand name: Gliclazide MR (Viatris) TM
Active ingredients: gliclazide
What it is used for
Type II diabetes in association with dietary measures when dietary measures alone are inadequate to control blood glucose.,During controlled clinical trials in patients with type II diabetes, a modified release formulation of gliclazide (30 mg - 120 mg), taken as a single daily dose, was shown to be effective long term in controlling blood glucose levels, based on monitoring of HbA1c.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
A white to off-white, oblong, biconvex tablet debossed with M on one side of the tablet and GL 30 on the other side.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient gliclazide
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems