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๐Ÿญ Davaindia Generic Pharmacy ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jun 28, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
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SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 28, 2026

What is davaindia gliclazide 60mg tablet er used for?

Azukon MR 60 Tablet (Gliclazide) is used to treat ANTI DIABETIC. It contains Gliclazide (60mg), which Stimulates insulin secretion from pancreatic beta cells by binding to sulfonylur. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Gliclazide
  • Manufacturer: Davaindia Generic Pharmacy
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: C
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š davaindia gliclazide 60mg tablet er Uses & Benefits

Type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise fail.

Off-label uses: None commonly recognized.

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Gliclazide
Brand NameAzukon MR 60 Tablet
ManufacturerDavaindia Generic Pharmacy
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassANTI DIABETIC
Action ClassSulfonylureas (Insulin Secretogogues)
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from moisture and light.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly and completely absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.
DistributionDistributed widely in body tissues; crosses placenta.
Protein Binding85-97% bound to plasma proteins.
MetabolismExtensively metabolized in the liver via CYP2C9.
Half-Life10-12 hours
ExcretionPrimarily renal (60-70% as metabolites, <1% unchanged); fecal (10-20%).
BioavailabilityApproximately 80-100%
Onset of Action30 minutes
Peak Plasma Time4-6 hours
Duration of ActionUp to 24 hours

How It Works

Stimulates insulin secretion from pancreatic beta cells by binding to sulfonylurea receptors (SUR1) on ATP-sensitive potassium channels.

Mechanism Steps

1Binds to SUR1 subunit of ATP-sensitive potassium channels on pancreatic beta cells
2Closes potassium channels, causing membrane depolarization
3Opens voltage-gated calcium channels, increasing intracellular calcium

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take davaindia gliclazide 60mg tablet er

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of davaindia gliclazide 60mg tablet er

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Hypoglycemia
  • Weight gain
  • Gastrointestinal disturbances
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Severe hypoglycemia
  • Hepatic dysfunction
  • Blood dyscrasias (leukopenia, thrombocytopenia)
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Disulfiram-like reaction with alcohol
  • Photosensitivity
  • Hyponatremia

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Warfarin Major Increased anticoagulant effect and bleeding risk
Miconazole Major Severe hypoglycemia
Phenylbutazone Major Enhanced hypoglycemic effect
Fluconazole Major Increased gliclazide levels and hypoglycemia
ACE inhibitors Moderate Increased hypoglycemic effect
Beta-blockers Moderate Mask hypoglycemia symptoms
Corticosteroids Moderate Hyperglycemia
Diuretics Moderate Hyperglycemia
NSAIDs Moderate Increased hypoglycemic effect
Alcohol Minor Disulfiram-like reaction and hypoglycemia
Cimetidine Minor Increased gliclazide levels
Rifampicin Minor Decreased gliclazide effect

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Warfarin
  • Miconazole
  • Phenylbutazone
  • Fluconazole

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • ACE inhibitors
  • Beta-blockers
  • Corticosteroids
  • Diuretics
  • NSAIDs

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Alcohol
  • Cimetidine
  • Rifampicin

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

Food delays absorption but does not affect extent; avoid high-fat meals.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

May cause disulfiram-like reaction (flushing, headache, nausea) and increase hypoglycemia risk.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, severe renal or hepatic impairment, hypersensitivity to sulfonylureas.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Blood glucose, HbA1c, renal function, liver function.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; use with caution.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Administer glucose orally or IV; monitor blood glucose for 24-48 hours.

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; do not double dose.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Reviewed: Jun 28, 2026

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