Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's is indicated for the management and treatment of type 2 diabetes, especially in people whose sugar levels are too high and cannot be controlled alone by diet and exercise.

Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's contains Metformin and Acarbose. Metformin works by reducing the amount of blood sugar released in the bloodstream by the liver, and Acarbose works by slowing down the action of intestinal enzymes responsible for the digestion of complex sugars/glucose.

Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's may cause side effects like diarrhoea, flatulence, and abdominal cramps. Most of these side effects do not need medical attention and will resolve over time. However, consult your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Do not take Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to prevent any potential interactions.

Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's is used for the management and treatment of type 2 diabetes. The detailed uses of Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's are as follows:

• Type 2 diabetes mellitus: Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's manages blood glucose levels when diet and exercise are insufficient.
• Postprandial hyperglycemia: Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's lowers the rise in blood sugar levels after meals by slowing carbohydrate absorption and improving insulin action.
• Diabetes complications: Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's lowers the risk of problems such as nerve damage, kidney disease, and vision issues due to serious diabetic disorders.

• Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's should be taken with meals to prevent stomach upset.
• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
• Swallow Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, chew, or break it.

• Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's helps lower and maintain blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes not adequately managed by diet and exercise alone.
• Acarbose is an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor which delays the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates in the intestine, preventing sharp rises in blood sugar after meals.
• Metformin is a biguanide which improves glucose tolerance, reduces glucose absorption in the intestine, decreases sugar production in the liver, and enhances glucose utilisation by the body.
• Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's provides consistent, gradual blood sugar control suitable for long-term use with minimal side effects.
• It helps reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications, including eye damage (diabetic retinopathy), kidney damage (diabetic nephropathy), nerve damage (diabetic neuropathy), delayed wound healing and diabetic foot ulcers.

• Do not take Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its components.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, high ketone levels in blood or urine, heart disease, congestive heart failure, liver disease, or if you are using insulin or other oral diabetes medications.
• Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's may cause lactic acidosis, which occurs due to the overproduction of lactic acid in the blood. If you notice any symptoms, please tell your doctor.
• You should take small, frequent meals and don't fast while being treated with Astermet-M 50 Tablet 10's.
• If you experience symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) like sweating, dizziness, dry mouth, dry skin, palpitations, shivering, intense thirst, frequent urination, etc., immediately take 5-6 candies or honey/sugar and consult with a physician.
• Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, including supplements and herbal products.