Zicla 60mg Tablet SR belongs to the class of drugs called ''oral hypoglycemic'' used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise alone cannot control their blood sugar levels. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic or lifelong disorder that affects the way our body processes glucose. People with type 2 diabetes either do not produce enough insulin, or the insulin produced cannot perform its function in the body (insulin resistance). Middle-aged or older individuals are most likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes, so it is also known as adult-onset diabetes.

Zicla 60mg Tablet SR contains gliclazide. It works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. It stimulates insulin secretion from the pancreas and decreases blood sugar levels. Zicla 60mg Tablet SR prevents the blood glucose level from rising to very high levels, thus keeping your blood sugar level under control.

Zicla 60mg Tablet SR should be taken in the dose and duration your doctor advises. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as stomach ache or indigestion, feeling sick (nausea), vomiting (diarrhoea), and constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, please consult your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not stop taking Zicla 60mg Tablet SR on your own since it may cause a rise in your blood sugar levels leading to other health issues like blindness, kidney damage, and loss of limbs. Before starting Zicla 60mg Tablet SR, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding. And also, tell the doctor if you have/had any medical history of heart, liver, and kidney diseases, glucose-6- phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency (abnormality of red blood cells), and haemolytic anaemia. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Zicla 60mg Tablet SR; it might increase the side effects (hypoglycemia). Inform your doctor about all the medicine you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects. Zicla 60mg Tablet SR works best when coupled with a healthy lifestyle like losing weight if you are overweight (BMI >25), eating fewer calories (low fat and sugary food), and being more physically active (at least 150 min of activity every week).

Zicla 60mg Tablet SR plays a vital role in managing diabetes and achieving good control of blood sugar levels. Zicla 60mg Tablet SR is a class of medications called a sulfonylurea, which decreases raised blood sugar levels by stimulating insulin release from the beta cells located in the pancreas (insulin-secreting organ). In a nutshell, Zicla 60mg Tablet SR prevents the blood glucose level from rising to very high levels, thus keeping your blood sugar level under control. Zicla 60mg Tablet SR plays a vital role in controlling blood sugar levels and prevents serious complications of diabetes like retinopathy (eyesight loss), nephropathy (kidney problems), neuropathy (nerve damage), diabetic foot ulcer and delayed wound healing. Zicla 60mg Tablet SR shows optimum effects when taken along with healthy lifestyle changes like weight loss, a healthy diet, and regular exercise.

Zicla 60mg Tablet SR should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Do not take Zicla 60mg Tablet SR if you are allergic to Zicla 60mg Tablet SR or any ingredient of Zicla 60mg Tablet SR, have severe liver or kidney problems, have severe thyroid or adrenal gland problems, or have ever had a diabetic coma. Some diabetic patients taking Zicla 60mg Tablet SR may develop a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis. In this condition, too much lactic acid is accumulated in the blood. So, your liver and kidney's proper functioning is required to eliminate excess lactic acid from the blood. Consult your doctor and take only if prescribed under medical supervision. Zicla 60mg Tablet SR shows optimum effects when taken along with healthy lifestyle changes like weight loss, regular exercise, healthy diet.

• Fill your half plate with starchy veggies, a quarter with proteins, and a quarter with whole grain.
• Eat at regular intervals. Do not take a long gap between meals or snacks.
• Monitor your blood sugar level regularly, especially when there are a lot of fluctuations.
• Lose weight gradually to achieve a healthy body mass index ( 18.5 to 24.9)
• Reduce saturated fat intake in food like chips, crisps, pastries, biscuits, and samosas. Choose omega-3 fatty acid-containing oils for daily cooking. For frying, you may use palm oil, groundnut oil, mustard oil, rice bran oil, and safflower oil.
• Do not take stress as it may elevate your blood sugar level. You may adopt stress management techniques like mindfulness, yoga, or meditation to control stress-related blood sugar changes.
• Keep your blood pressure as normal (120/80mmHg) as possible, as it reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases in diabetes patients.
• Take the medication as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals if you take Zicla 60mg Tablet SR more than once per day. Do not use other over-the-counter medicines, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Zicla 60mg Tablet SR.
• Your doctor also guides you on noticing and managing the early symptoms of high/low blood sugar levels.

• Stomach ache or indigestion
• Feeling sick (nausea)
• Being sick (vomiting)
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation
• Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels)