Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet 10's

Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet is a combination drug used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes develops when the body does not produce enough insulin or when the body's insulin does not work as well as it should.

Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet contains metformin and sitagliptin, which help to increase the levels of insulin produced after a meal and lower the amount of sugar made by your body.

The most common side effect of Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet is hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels), characterised by dizziness, sweating, hunger pangs, dry mouth and skin, etc. Other side effects include changes in taste, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, and upper respiratory symptoms.

Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. It is advised to take it at the same time each day for best results. For better advice, your doctor will determine the appropriate dose, which can change quickly depending on your condition. Do not skip your meals, and also carry a form of sugar with you to prevent low blood sugar levels.

Avoid taking Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet if you are allergic to it. Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet should not be stopped even if you feel better without consulting your doctor, as sugar levels may change. If you stop taking Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet abruptly, it may increase your sugar levels, which could further increase the risk of eyesight loss (retinopathy), kidney damage and nerve damage. Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet should not be taken if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus or severe kidney or liver disease. Please inform your doctor if you have any heart disease or are planning to get pregnant or breastfeed. You must continue following the diet and exercise recommended for you while on treatment with Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet .

Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet is used in the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. The detailed uses of Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet are as follows:

• Management of Diabetes: Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet 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.
• Improvement of Glycemic Control: Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet aids in improving overall glycemic control by enhancing insulin sensitivity and decreasing hepatic glucose production.
• Weight Management: In some cases, Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet can assist in weight management for diabetic patients, as it may help reduce appetite or modify fat metabolism.
• Prevention of Diabetes Complications: Regular use of Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet can contribute to the prevention of long-term complications associated with diabetes, such as neuropathy, nephropathy, and retinopathy.

• Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet should be taken with meals to avoid stomach upset.
• It is usually taken twice daily; however, your doctor may adjust the dosage based on your blood sugar levels.
• Swallow Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, chew, or break it.

• Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet 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.
• Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet 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.

• Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet .
• This medicine should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes or with diabetic ketoacidosis.
• Some diabetic patients, while taking Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet , might develop a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis (too much lactic acid accumulated in the blood) that can damage the working of your liver and kidneys, which are required for the elimination of excess lactic acid from the blood.
• Before you start taking Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet , tell your doctor if you’ve ever had pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), kidney disease, or a low vitamin B12 level.
• Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet , when used with insulin, may significantly lower the blood sugar level, leading to a hypoglycemic condition, which can be fatal.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting the treatment.
• Prolonged intake of Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet may lower your thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH); hence, an annual checkup of TSH is recommended.
• In rare cases, you may also develop a severe skin reaction known as bullous pemphigoid that requires immediate medical attention.
• Inform your doctor if you are scheduled to undergo a diagnostic test that involves an injection of dye or an X-ray contrast agent. The use of Macsita-M XR 500/50 Tablet should be stopped for a short time before having an X-ray procedure.
• It is always important to check for the expiry of the medicine. Discard the medicine if it reaches the expiry date.