Use:
Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a type of diabetes mellitus caused by blood sugar levels being too high or too low. This medication is used in combination with a balanced diet and regular physical activity to help lower blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of serious complications of diabetes such as kidney disease and blindness.
Indication:
This medication is usually given to people whose diet and exercise have not been successful in controlling their blood sugar levels, or when other medications have failed. Your doctor will prescribe this medicine on its own or in conjunction with other diabetes medications. You can take it with food or without. The dosage will depend on you and your blood sugar.
It is important to take this medicine as directed by your doctor and at the right time each day. To get the most out of it, it is best to take it regularly. Don’t stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
This medicine helps you keep your blood sugar under control and prevents serious complications down the road. It is also important to stick to your doctor’s diet and exercise plan while taking this medication. Your lifestyle has a big impact on diabetes control.
Side Effects:
The most common adverse reactions to this medicine are: Hypoglycemia, Constant constipation, Dizziness, Headache, Diarrhoea. It is important to be aware of your hypoglycemia symptoms (such as: lightheaded, sweating, dizziness, fainting, dry mouth) and to know how to manage them. You can take sugar or glucose candy with you to control your symptoms. If you experience any of these side effects, contact your doctor as soon as possible. If the side effects do not go away, or if they continue to affect you, contact your doctor.
Safety Advice:
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have kidney problems, heart problems, or problems with your pancreas. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should also speak to their doctor before taking this medicine. Some other medications you take may affect the effectiveness of this medicine. Therefore, it is important that your doctor is aware of all the other medications you are taking. You should limit your alcohol consumption while taking this medicine as it increases your risk of low blood sugar. You may need to have regular tests such as your kidney function and your blood glucose levels to make sure this medicine is working correctly.
