Endocrine-gliclazide Flashcards

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Gliclazide indications

A

Type 2 diabetes

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Gliclazide moa

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Binds to pancreatic, beta cells allowing potassium to flow out, cells become activated, triggers opening of calcium channels into cells prompting release of insulin.

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Gliclazide side effects

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jaundice, pallor, fever, bruising/bleeding

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Gliclazide cautions

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renal/hepatic problems

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