Diamicron MR 60mg Gliclazide

# Drug Description Template

## Brand Name: Diamicron MR 60 mg

## Generic Name: Gliclazide

## About the Drug:
Diamicron MR 60 mg contains gliclazide, a medicine used to help control blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. It works by helping your pancreas release more insulin when your blood sugar is high, which can make it easier to keep your glucose levels in a healthy range. This medicine is taken once daily in a modified-release form, making it a convenient option for many patients. When used together with a healthy diet, regular exercise, and lifestyle changes, it can help reduce the risk of diabetes-related problems over time.

## Indications: When do you need this medication?
* Type 2 diabetes mellitus: Used to help lower and control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes, especially when diet, exercise, and weight control alone are not enough.
* Blood sugar control as part of a treatment plan: Helps improve long-term glucose control when used alongside healthy eating and regular physical activity.
* Combination therapy for diabetes: May be prescribed together with other diabetes medicines, such as metformin or insulin, when a single medicine is not enough to keep blood sugar under control.

## Dosage and Administration: How to use the drug safely and effectively?
* Usual Dosage:
* Adults: The usual starting dose is 30 mg once daily, increased gradually if needed.
* Maximum dose: 120 mg once daily.
* Diamicron MR 60 mg is a scored tablet, and your doctor may advise starting with half a tablet or one tablet depending on your condition and blood sugar results.
* Children and adolescents: This medicine is not usually recommended for people under 18 years of age.

* Method of Administration:
* Take the tablet once daily with breakfast or the first main meal of the day.
* Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it unless your doctor specifically tells you to.
* Take it at the same time each day to help you remember.
* If you miss a dose, take it with your next meal the same day if remembered soon enough. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
* Because this medicine can cause low blood sugar, do not skip meals, and be careful if you drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, or take other diabetes medicines.