Brand name: Diamicron
Diamicron is a medicine containing the active ingredient(s) gliclazide. On this page you will find out more about Diamicron, including side effects, age restrictions, food interactions and whether the medicine is subsidised by the government on the pharmaceutical benefits scheme (PBS)
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Active ingredient in this medicine: gliclazide
Information for medicine and pack size:
Diamicron 80 mg film-coated tablet, 100
Consumer Medicine Information leaflet:
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What this medicine is for
Diabetes mellitus of the maturity onset type, which cannot be controlled by diet alone.
Table of characteristics
| Active ingredient | |
|---|---|
| Visual appearance | 8mm, round white tablet, cross-scored on one side |
| Dosage Form | Tablet, film coated |
| Route of administration | Oral |
| Medicine schedule |
100 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
20 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
|
There is one type of pack available.
Pack type 1
| Type | Blister Pack |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature | Store below 30 degrees Celsius |
| Storage conditions | Store in a Dry Place |
| Life time | 3 Years |
We were unable to verify that this medicine is available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme). Please consult your pharmacist if you need further information
The PBS provides a list of government subsidised medicines available to be dispensed to patients. Further information can be found on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme website.
Is this medication banned in sport?
Check if you can use your medicine whilst playing sport. Search the Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority (ASADA) database that provides information about the prohibited status of specific medications and/or the active ingredient based on the current World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Prohibited List.
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