Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's used to treat type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone have not been enough to control the blood glucose levels. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how the body processes glucose.

Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's contains Metformin, which works by decreasing the amount of glucose absorbed from the food and the amount of glucose made by the liver. It also increases the body's response to insulin, a natural substance that controls the amount of glucose in the blood. Thereby, Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's helps control the amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood.

In some cases, Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult the doctor.

Do not take Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's is safe for use in children above 10 years if prescribed by the doctor. Keep the doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. The detailed uses of Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's are as follows:

• Type 2 Diabetes Management: Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's helps to control blood sugar levels by decreasing glucose production in the liver, improving insulin sensitivity, and enhancing glucose uptake by muscles.

• Take Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's just after a meal or with a snack.
• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
• Swallow Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, break, or chew it.

• Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's belongs to a group of anti-diabetic medicines called biguanides, which help manage diabetes and achieve good control of blood sugar levels by delaying the absorption of sugar and increasing insulin sensitivity in the body.
• It does not cause a sudden lowering of the blood glucose level or cause significant hypoglycaemia.
• Unlike other anti-diabetic therapies like sulfonylureas or insulin, Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's does not cause weight gain but may cause modest weight loss.
• In the prediabetic condition, Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's is the only recommended treatment available.
• Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's also helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage (diabetic nephropathy), blindness (diabetic retinopathy), loss of sensation in your hands and feet (diabetic neuropathy) or even loss of a foot.
• It also helps to reduce your chances of having a heart attack or stroke.

• Do not take Zenmet-500 mg SR Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its components or if you have severe kidney disease, diabetic ketoacidosis, or metabolic acidosis.
• Inform your doctor if you have dehydration, infections, liver or kidney problems, uncontrolled diabetes, heart problems, or low levels of vitamin B12.
• Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
• Seek medical attention if you experience symptoms of lactic acidosis (vomiting, abdominal pain, muscle cramps, severe tiredness, difficulty breathing, and reduced body temperature and heartbeat) or dehydration (severe vomiting, diarrhoea, exposure to heat, fever or if you drink less fluid than normal).