Diabetes w/ or w/o obesity in adults, elderly & w/ vascular complications.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Initially 40-80 mg daily, gradually increased until adequate control is achieved. Max: 320 mg daily. Doses >160 mg daily are given in 2 divided doses.
Administration
Should be taken with food.
Contraindications
Juvenile diabetics; IDDM w/ ketosis & acidosis; hypersensitivity to sulphonylurea; diabetics during post severe traumatic operation or during infection; diabetic precoma & coma; presence of liver & renal impairment. Pregnant women.
Special Precautions
May be given concomitantly w/ anticoagulants provided regular haematological exam is taken; reduce dose in renal insufficiency; hepatic dysfunction, hypoglycemia.
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