Usual Dose: The recommended starting dose of APO-GLICLAZIDE MR is 30 mg per day (a half tablet of APO-GLICLAZIDE MR 60 mg), even in elderly patients (over 65 years old). The daily dose should not exceed 120 mg.
Take APO-GLICLAZIDE MR once daily at breakfast. The 60 mg tablets can be halved. Do not crush or chew the tablet.
Test the sugar level as directed by the physician to make sure that the blood sugar is being controlled. The physician should check the progress at regular visits, especially during the first few weeks of taking this medicine.
Missed Dose: If a dose of this medicine is missed, skip the missed dose. Take the next dose at the regular time. Do not double doses.