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Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 Substitute

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Composition:

METFORMIN-500MG + SITAGLIPTIN-100MG

Uses:

Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 is used in the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. The detailed uses of Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 are as follows:<br/>• Management of Diabetes: Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 is commonly prescribed to help regulate blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes, particularly those who may require additional medication alongside lifestyle changes.<br/>• Improvement of Glycemic Control: Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 aids in improving overall glycemic control by enhancing insulin sensitivity and decreasing hepatic glucose production.<br/>• Weight Management: In some cases, Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 can assist in weight management for diabetic patients, as it may help reduce appetite or modify fat metabolism.<br/>• Prevention of Diabetes Complications: Regular use of Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 can contribute to the prevention of long-term complications associated with diabetes, such as neuropathy, nephropathy, and retinopathy.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 helps your pancreas produce more insulin, effectively utilise insulin, and decrease the excess sugar that your liver makes.
  • It helps control the rise of blood sugar levels in your body after a meal. 
  • Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 plays a vital role in controlling blood sugar levels and prevents serious complications of diabetes like eyesight loss (retinopathy), kidney (nephropathy), nerve damage (neuropathy), diabetic foot ulcer and delayed wound healing.

FAQs

Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 is used to treat Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.

Sitagliptin and Metformin are combined to form $ name. Metformin slows down the release of stored sugar from the liver, decreases the amount of sugar absorbed from the stomach, and improves how your body uses sugar. Sitagliptin increases the body's production of chemicals that stimulate the pancreas to release more insulin, thereby helping to regulate blood sugar levels. Thus, Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 controls blood glucose levels from rising to very high after meals.

Increased hunger, increased thirst, frequent urination (usually at night), unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, slow wound/sore healing, and frequent infections are the signs of type 2 diabetes. Please consult your doctor if you notice such symptoms.

No. Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 is only prescribed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, also called non-insulin-dependent diabetes.

Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 needs to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Take it as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not crush or chew Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 as it may release all of the medicine at once and cause side effects. It should be taken as a whole, with food, or as advised by your doctor.

Generally, Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 does not cause hypoglycemia. It can cause low blood sugar if taken along with other antidiabetic medications, especially when engaging in strenuous exercise or consuming low-calorie foods. Symptoms of low blood sugar include sudden sweating, blurred vision, shaking, hunger, increased heart rate, dizziness, or tingling sensations in the hands or feet. If you experience low blood sugar while taking Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1, consult your doctor.

To quickly increase your blood sugar, eat sugar, candy, honey, or drink fruit juice or non-diet soda if you have sudden sweating, blurry vision, shaking, dizziness, increased heartbeat, or hunger.

Long-term use of Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 can lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency. It interferes with the absorption of Vitamin B12 in the stomach. If left untreated, it may lead to anaemia and nerve problems, which can cause the patient to experience tingling sensations and numbness in the hands and feet, urinary problems, weakness, changes in mental status, and difficulty maintaining balance (ataxia). Some researchers recommend the intake of vitamin B12 from external sources at least once a year to avoid such problems.

Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 may cause side effects such as headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, low blood sugar, or upper respiratory tract infection. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 should be avoided in patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients in it and in patients with severe liver impairment, kidney impairment, congestive heart failure, diabetic ketoacidosis or lactic acidosis.

No, it is not safe to take alcohol while using Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 as it may increase the chance of a life-threatening condition known as lactic acidosis.

Store Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 at room temperature. Protect from light and moisture. Keep it out of reach of children.

Yes, the use of Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 can lead to lactic acidosis. It is a life threatening condition caused by the increased levels of lactic acid in the blood. It is also known as MALA (Metformin associated lactic acidosis). It is a rare side effect of metformin and thus, it is avoided in patients with underlying kidney disease, elderly patients or who take large amounts of alcohol. Symptoms of lactic acidosis may include muscle pain or weakness, tiredness, dizziness, difficulty in breathing, feeling of cold in arms and legs, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, or slow heart rate. If you have these symptoms, stop taking Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 and consult your doctor immediately.

Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 can lower the chance of severe complications such as nerve problems, kidney damage, blindness, limb amputations, and heart diseases by controlling high blood sugar.

You are recommended to consult your doctor before taking other medications with Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 to avoid drug interactions.

Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 and ensure regular monitoring of kidney function. Always take Istamet XR 500 Tablet 1 as prescribed by your doctor.