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DIAMIG 25MG TABLET is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, especially in patients whose blood sugar levels are not controlled by diet and exercise alone. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It belongs to the class of antidiabetic drugs. It contains Miglitol that works by inhibiting intestinal enzymes that breaks complex sugars into simple sugars like glucose. Thus, helps in preventing a very high rise in blood sugar levels immediately after meals. It may cause side effects such as stomach pain, diarrhoea and gas. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking. Take short, frequent meals and avoid prolonged fasting when taking this medicine.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Composition :

MIGLITOL-25MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Unichem Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About DIAMIG 25MG TABLET

DIAMIG 25MG TABLET is an oral prescription medication used to manage blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. Targeting post-meal blood sugar surges, it helps keep your overall blood glucose levels in a stable, healthy range. This medicine is typically prescribed alongside a personalized diet and exercise plan.

For the best results, you must take DIAMIG 25MG TABLET consistently with your meals exactly as directed by your healthcare provider. This oral tablet is taken with the first bite of your main meals to slow down carbohydrate digestion. Combining this treatment with a balanced, low-sugar diet and regular physical activity is essential to achieve long-term blood sugar control.

Because of how this medicine works in your gut, some people may experience stomach-related side effects, such as gas, bloating, or mild stomach pain. These side effects are usually temporary and improve as your body adjusts, but you should talk to your doctor or pharmacist if they become severe or do not go away.

Do not take this medicine if you have certain digestive conditions, such as inflammatory bowel disease, intestinal obstruction, or chronic bowel disorders. Always inform your doctor if you have kidney problems or other chronic health conditions before starting therapy.

Certain medications, such as digestive enzymes or oral charcoal, can interfere with how this medicine works in your body. If you are pregnant, planning to breastfeed, or are an older adult, you should discuss the safety of this medication with your healthcare provider.

Uses of DIAMIG 25MG TABLET

DIAMIG 25MG TABLET is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. The detailed uses of DIAMIG 25MG TABLET are as follows:

  • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: DIAMIG 25MG TABLET helps improve blood sugar control in adults by specifically reducing the sharp rises in blood glucose that occur immediately after eating a meal.

Key Benefits

DIAMIG 25MG TABLET helps manage blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes, particularly after meals. Supporting better glucose control helps improve overall diabetes management and promotes long-term health. Benefits may include:

  • Helps reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes.
  • Supports smoother and more predictable blood sugar levels after eating.
  • Helps improve overall blood sugar control and lower HbA1c levels.
  • Reduces the risk of long-term diabetes-related complications affecting the nerves, kidneys, eyes, and blood vessels.
  • Works primarily within the digestive system to help manage carbohydrate absorption.
  • Supports long-term diabetes management and overall metabolic health.

Directions for Use

  • Take DIAMIG 25MG TABLET with or without food as advised by a doctor.
  • It is advised to take DIAMIG 25MG TABLET as directed by your doctor, at the same time each day for best results.
  • Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break it.

How DIAMIG 25MG TABLET Works

DIAMIG 25MG TABLET contains Miglitol. It helps control blood sugar levels after meals by slowing the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates in the intestine. This helps prevent sudden increases in blood sugar and supports better overall blood glucose control in people with diabetes.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with DIAMIG 25MG TABLET as it may cause severe low blood sugar levels.

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Pregnancy

Caution

DIAMIG 25MG TABLET is a Category B pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid breastfeeding while taking DIAMIG 25MG TABLET as it may be excreted in breastmilk and cause adverse effects in the baby. Therefore, please consult a doctor before using DIAMIG 25MG TABLET if you are breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

Caution

DIAMIG 25MG TABLET may decrease alertness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking DIAMIG 25MG TABLET.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

DIAMIG 25MG TABLET may be safe to use in patients with liver disease if prescribed by a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Take DIAMIG 25MG TABLET with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Unsafe

DIAMIG 25MG TABLET is not recommended for children below 18 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart problems

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Geriatrics

Safe if prescribed

DIAMIG 25MG TABLET is safe for use in elderly patients if prescribed by the physician.

What if I have taken an overdose of DIAMIG 25MG TABLET

If you suspect an overdose, seek immediate medical attention or contact a poison control centre. An overdose is unlikely to cause low blood sugar, but it may cause temporary increases in stomach discomfort, bloating, gas, and diarrhoea.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Manage carbohydrate intake: Spread your carbohydrate consumption evenly throughout the day to reduce the severity of gas and bloating.
  • Keep pure glucose handy: If you experience low blood sugar while taking this medicine alongside other diabetes drugs, treat it with pure glucose (like dextrose tablets) instead of table sugar, because DIAMIG 25MG TABLET delays the digestion of table sugar.
  • Stay active: Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise, like brisk walking, each week to help your body use insulin more efficiently.
  • Track your blood sugar: Regularly monitor your blood glucose levels as directed by your healthcare team to ensure your treatment plan is working.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for DIAMIG 25MG TABLET to start to work: The time required for DIAMIG 25MG TABLET to start to work is 1 hour after administration. 

The time for which the effects of DIAMIG 25MG TABLET last: The duration of action for DIAMIG 25MG TABLET is not clinically established.

What if you forget to take DIAMIG 25MG TABLET

If you remember your missed dose during a main meal, take it with your food. If you remember after you have finished eating, skip the missed dose and take your next dose with your next main meal. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Keep a fast-acting glucose source available: Always carry glucose tablets, glucose gel, or liquid dextrose to treat low blood sugar. Products containing sucrose (table sugar) may not work as quickly while you are taking DIAMIG 25MG TABLET.
  • Avoid certain digestive enzyme products: Do not take over-the-counter digestive enzymes, such as amylase or pancreatin, unless advised by your doctor, as they may reduce the effectiveness of DIAMIG 25MG TABLET.
  • Be aware of digestive side effects: Gas, bloating, and abdominal discomfort are common when starting treatment and often improve after a few weeks of regular use.
  • Inform healthcare providers about your treatment: Tell your doctor, pharmacist, dentist, and other healthcare professionals that you are taking DIAMIG 25MG TABLET, especially before starting new prescription medicines, over-the-counter products, or supplements.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions

  • Digestive Enzymes (e.g., amylase, pancreatin): These can reduce the effectiveness of DIAMIG 25MG TABLET when taken together.
  • Intestinal Adsorbents (e.g., charcoal): These may bind to the medication in your gut and decrease its ability to lower your blood sugar.
  • Certain Heart or Stomach Medicines (e.g., propranolol, ranitidine): These medicines may reduce the absorption and effectiveness of these drugs.

Drug-Food Interactions

No interactions found

Drug-Disease Interactions

  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease or Chronic Intestinal Ulceration: Do not take this medicine if you have these conditions, as it may worsen intestinal inflammation or gas production.
  • Intestinal Obstruction: Do not use this medicine if you are predisposed to bowel obstruction or have severe digestive disorders.
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIDIABETICS]

FAQs

DIAMIG 25MG TABLET is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, especially in patients whose blood sugar levels are not controlled by diet and exercise alone. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines.
DIAMIG 25MG TABLET contains Miglitol, an anti-diabetic drug that inhibits intestinal enzymes that break complex sugars into simple sugars like glucose. Thus, DIAMIG 25MG TABLET helps in preventing the very high rise in blood sugar levels immediately after meals.
You are not recommended to take DIAMIG 25MG TABLET with gatifloxacin as it may affect blood sugar levels resulting in hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) or hyperglycemia (high blood sugar). However, please consult a doctor before using DIAMIG 25MG TABLET with other medicines so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately or alternate medicine may be prescribed.
DIAMIG 25MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney disease as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, if you have any kidney problem, please inform your doctor before taking DIAMIG 25MG TABLET.
DIAMIG 25MG TABLET alone does not cause low blood sugar levels. However, low blood sugar levels may occur if DIAMIG 25MG TABLET is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol intake, exercise more than usual, delay or miss snacks or meal. However, if you experience low blood pressure signs such as dizziness, nausea, light-headedness, dehydration, or fainting, please consult a doctor.
You are not recommended to stop taking DIAMIG 25MG TABLET on your own as discontinuing DIAMIG 25MG TABLET suddenly may cause recurring symptoms or worsen the condition. However, if you experience any difficulty while taking DIAMIG 25MG TABLET, please consult your doctor so that alternative medicine may be prescribed.
In type 1 diabetes, the body doesn’t produce insulin as the islet cells (insulin-producing cells) in the pancreas are destroyed completed. In type 2 diabetes, though islet cells are working, the body doesn’t respond to insulin as it becomes resistant to insulin.
No, DIAMIG 25MG TABLET must be taken with the first bite of a main meal. Taking it on an empty stomach makes the medicine ineffective because it requires the presence of food in your digestive tract to work. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about timing your doses.
DIAMIG 25MG TABLET may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, stomach pain, skin rash and gas. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
DIAMIG 25MG TABLET is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects persist or worsen.
No, DIAMIG 25MG TABLET does not typically cause weight gain. Because it works locally in your gut to slow carbohydrate absorption rather than increasing insulin production, it is generally considered weight-neutral. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are concerned about your weight.
Alcohol can unpredictably affect your blood sugar levels and increase your risk of hypoglycemia. It is best to limit your alcohol intake and discuss safe consumption limits with your healthcare provider. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance.
Because the medicine delays carbohydrate digestion, some undigested carbohydrates reach your large intestine, where natural gut bacteria break them down and produce gas. This effect usually decreases after a few weeks as your body adjusts. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if these symptoms are severe or persistent.
The safety of DIAMIG 25MG TABLET during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been fully established. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are currently breastfeeding, you should discuss alternative blood sugar management options with your healthcare team. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
No, DIAMIG 25MG TABLET is only approved and effective for managing type 2 diabetes. It is not suitable for treating type 1 diabetes, a condition in which the body does not produce any insulin. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about the correct treatment options for your specific condition.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Unichem Laboratories Ltd., Unichem Bhavan, Prabhat Estate, Off S.V.Road, Jogeshwari (West), Mumbai – 400 102
Other Info - DIA0177
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