Endocrinology · Sulfonylurea
Gliclazide
Dose
40–80 mg OD with breakfast; max 320 mg/day (divided). MR: 30–120 mg OD.
Use
Second-line oral agent in T2DM, especially where cost matters or weight gain acceptable.
Monitoring
Hypoglycaemia (esp. elderly, CKD), weight, HbA1c, driving advice.
Side effects
- • Hypoglycaemia
- • Weight gain
- • Rash
- • Hyponatraemia
Always confirm dose against your local formulary / BNF before prescribing.
