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Gliclazide hypoglycaemia risk — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient taking gliclazide for type 2 diabetes has started skipping lunch to lose weight. He reports afternoon sweating and tremor. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: E — Eat regular meals and discuss hypoglycaemia risk with the diabetes team

Sulfonylureas such as gliclazide can cause hypoglycaemia, especially when meals are missed. The patient needs advice on regular carbohydrate intake, hypoglycaemia management and possible therapy review. The other options either delay appropriate care, use an unsuitable medicine, or miss the main safety issue.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS