What is Gliclazide?

Gliclazide is a medication used for type 2 diabetes. Gliclazide works by lowering your blood sugar by increasing the amount of insulin your body produces. Glicazide belongs to a class of drugs called sulfonylureas, which work by stimulating the pancreas to produce more insulin. This helps to lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. You can buy Glicazide at Meds for Less. 

Who can  take Gliclazide?

Gliclazide is only to be taken by adults. It’s crucial that this medication is not given to anyone under the age of 18.If you have ever experienced any of these things, you must explicitly state this in your consultation:Have had an allergic reaction to gliclazide or any other medicines in the pastHave ketone bodies and sugar in your urineHave severe kidney or liver diseaseHave a rare illness called porphyriaAre taking miconazoleAre breastfeedingHave an illness called G6PD-deficiencyNeed to have surgeryPlease note that Gliclazide cannot be used to treat type 1 diabetes. 

Side effects

Like all medicines, gliclazide can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.Side effects can be less likely if you take gliclazide tablets with a meal.Common side effects:Talk to your doctor if these side effects either cause you distress, or are persistant:Stomach painsFeeling sickBeing sickDiarrhoeaConstipationSerious side effects from taking Gliclazide are rare. The medicine is generally well tolerated. However, you much call a doctor as soon as possible if you get:Yellow skin or the whites of your eyes turning yellowRandom paleness, prolonged bleeding, bruising, sore throat and feverA rash, redness, itching and hives, sudden swelling of eyelids, face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat that may make it hard to breatheThere is a chance that your eyesight may be affected for a short time once you begin taking Gliclazide. This is because of changes in your blood sugar levels. 

Low blood sugar

Gliclazide can sometimes cause your blood sugar to go too low. This is called a ‘hypo’.It’s important to watch for the early warning signs of low blood sugar:Feeling hungryTrembling or shakingSweatingConfusionDifficulty concentratingYour blood sugar can also lower whilst you’re sleeping. You’ll know if this happens as when you wake up, you will feel sweaty, confused and tired.Low blood sugar levels is more likely to happen if you:Take too much gliclazideEat meals irregularly or skip mealsAre fastingDo not eat a healthy diet and are not getting enough nutrientsChange what you eatIncrease your physical activity without eating more to compensateDrink alcohol, especially after skipping a mealTake some other medicines or natural remedies at the same timeHave a hormone disorder, such as hypothyroidismHave kidney or liver problemsTo prevent having a hypo, it’s crucial to eat regularly especially breakfast. Never miss or delay a meal.If you’re planning to exercise more than usual, make sure you eat carbohydrates like bread, pasta or cereals before, during or afterwards. 

How do I buy Gliclazide online?

You can safely buy Gliclazide online at Meds For Less. You will first need to have an online consultation with a pharmacist independent prescriber before your order will be supplied. The online consultation will ensure that Gliclazide is the right medication for your medical condition.