Now that my father's blood sugar is under control after taking Ziten M for two years, should he keep taking it, and are there any harmful side effects? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Now that my father's blood sugar is under control after taking Ziten M for two years, should he keep taking it, and are there any harmful side effects?

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Now that my father's blood sugar is under control after taking Ziten M for two years, should he keep taking it, and are there any harmful side effects?

Asked by Male, 27 · 16 days ago

Chandrakanta Jena

Pharm D

16 days ago

This means Ziten M (a combination of teneligliptin and metformin) is doing its job perfectly. Please do not stop or change his dosage without consulting his doctor. Stopping diabetes medication suddenly can cause his blood sugar levels to rise again. Ziten M is generally safe for long-term use. Some people may experience mild side effects like an upset stomach, nausea, or a metallic taste, which often subside over time. Regular check-ups are recommended to ensure it remains safe for him.

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Could you suggest alternative medications to replace Ziten M (metformin and teneligliptin) and Glyciphage (metformin), as they are causing me indigestion and vomiting, and my blood sugar levels are still high at 200?220 before eating and 260?280 after meals?

The indigestion and vomiting you are experiencing are very common side effects of metformin, which is the active ingredient in both Glyciphage and Ziten M. Because your blood sugar levels remain high, your current regimen is not working well for you. Please consult your doctor promptly to discuss alternative medications. They can transition you to other glucose-lowering options that do not contain metformin?such as DPP-4 inhibitors alone or SGLT2 inhibitors?to control your blood sugar comfortably and safely.

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I currently take Ziten M in the morning before breakfast; can I also take another dose of it at night before dinner since my evening meal is larger?

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