Reclimet Xr Tablet: Uses, Side Effects, Price & Substitutes

About Reclimet Xr Tablet 15

Reclimet-XR Tablet is primarily used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. This medicine is a combination of two active ingredients that together help to control your blood sugar levels. It belongs to the class of oral antidiabetic medications.

This tablet can also improve insulin sensitivity in your body, which assists in the better utilisation of glucose. It also reduces the amount of glucose produced by your liver and absorbed by your intestines.

Before you start taking this medicine, consult your doctor and discuss your pre-existing diseases or ongoing medications. If you notice any side effects while on this medication, inform your doctor immediately. Make sure you continue taking the tablet for the duration prescribed by your doctor for optimal results.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Reclimet-XR Tablet used for?

Reclimet-XR Tablet is used to manage type 2 diabetes in adults, in combination with a healthy diet and regular exercise.

How does Reclimet-XR Tablet work?

It contains gliclazide which stimulates insulin release from the pancreas and metformin which decreases sugar production in the liver and absorption in the intestines.

When should I take Reclimet-XR Tablet?

You must take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Can I split or chew the Reclimet-XR Tablet?

No, you should swallow the tablet whole. Do not split, chew, or crush it as this can affect how the medicine works.

What are the possible side effects of Reclimet-XR Tablet?

Common side effects include upper respiratory tract infection, diarrhoea, headache, nausea/vomiting, and possibly hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar).

Can I drink alcohol while taking Reclimet-XR Tablet?

Excessive alcohol intake can increase the risk of lactic acidosis, a serious side effect. Consult your doctor for more information.

Can pregnant women take Reclimet-XR Tablet?

There's limited data about using this medicine during pregnancy. Always consult your doctor if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

References

Panacea Biotec Limited. (2019). PRODUCT MONOGRAPH GLIZID-M gliclazide 80mg and Metformin 500mg. https://media.panaceabiotec.com/documents/2019/7/27/ProductMonograph-GlizidM-GliclazideplusMetformin.pdf
Gliclazide: Uses, interactions, mechanism of action | DrugBank Online. (n.d.). DrugBank. https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01120
Metformin: Uses, interactions, mechanism of action | DrugBank Online. (n.d.). DrugBank. https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00331
Polavarapu, N. K., Kale, R., Sethi, B., Sahay, R. K., Phadke, U., Ramakrishnan, S., Mane, A., Mehta, S., & Shah, S. (2020). Effect of Gliclazide or Gliclazide plus Metformin Combination on Glycemic Control in Patients with T2DM in India: A Real-World, Retrospective, Longitudinal, Observational Study from Electronic Medical Records. Drugs - Real World Outcomes, 7(4), 271–279. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40801-020-00206-7
Alsharidah, M., Algeffari, M., Abdel-Moneim, A. H., Lutfi, M. F., & Alshelowi, H. (2018). Effect of combined gliclazide/metformin treatment on oxidative stress, lipid profile, and hepatorenal functions in type 2 diabetic patients. Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 26(1), 1–6. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsps.2017.11.007

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