Limited coverage drugs – gliclazide

Last updated on January 22, 2024

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This drug is eligible for automatic approval when patient meets criteria and the request is submitted by eForms.

Generic name	gliclazide
Strength	30 mg, 60 mg modified release 80 mg
Form	tablet (regular or modified release)

Special Authority criteria	Approval period
For the treatment of type 2 diabetes, when the patient has demonstrated treatment failure or intolerance to at least one other sulfonylurea drug (e.g., glyburide, tolbutamide) at adequate doses.	Indefinite

Practitioner exemptions

No practitioner exemptions.

Special notes

Gliclazide is a regular benefit for Plan W (First Nations Health Benefits) recipients.

Special Authority request form(s)

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HLTH 5328 - Special Authority Request (PDF, 656KB)

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Limited coverage drugs – gliclazide

Practitioner exemptions

Special notes

Special Authority request form(s)