Formulary Monographs [GLICLAZIDE, 682020]
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GLICLAZIDE
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SULPHONYLUREAS
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Treatment of diabetes mellitus. May be of benefit in retinopathy.
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Gastro intestinal upset, nausea, hypoglycemia, weight gain, dizziness. c.f. prescribing in liver and renal disease p. 14; 30.
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Intial dose: 40- 80 mg daily with breakfast, gradually increasing to
320 mg daily . Doses of more than 160 mg daily are given in 2 divided doses. M odified-release: initial dose is 30 mg once daily , increasing if necessary in step s of |
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