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Istamet G 50mg/2mg/1000mg Tablet IR
Product introduction
Istamet G 50mg/2mg/1000mg Tablet IR is best taken with food; however, take this medicine regularly and at the same time each day to get maximum benefits. The dose and duration are decided according to your condition and how well you respond to it. The doctor may also monitor your blood sugar levels regularly when you are taking this combination medicine.
Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If stopped abruptly, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of complications. This medication is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction because lifestyle habits play a big part in controlling diabetes.
The most common side effects of Istamet G 50mg/2mg/1000mg Tablet IR include hypoglycemia and headache. You may also experience other side effects like nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, and vomiting. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away or get worse. They may be able to help by adjusting the dosage or by prescribing an alternate medicine.
You should not take Istamet G 50mg/2mg/1000mg Tablet IR if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus or acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis. Patients with active bladder cancer or a history of bladder cancer should also not take this medicine. Inform your doctor about all the other medicines that you take as some of them can affect or be affected by this medication. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctors before taking it.
Uses of Istamet G Tablet IR
Benefits of Istamet G Tablet IR
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Side effects of Istamet G Tablet IR
Common side effects of Istamet G
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Vomiting
How to use Istamet G Tablet IR
How Istamet G Tablet IR works
Safety advice
What if you forget to take Istamet G Tablet IR?
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Quick tips
- Prefer taking Istamet G 50mg/2mg/1000mg Tablet IR after a meal or with a snack, as this will reduce the chance of an upset stomach.
- Istamet G 50mg/2mg/1000mg Tablet IR may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal. Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) symptoms, such as fatigue, dizziness, cold sweats, tremor, and anxiety.
- If you get unusually thirsty, pass urine more frequently, and feel tired, let your doctor know. These are signs that there is too much sugar in your blood and your dose may need adjusting.
- Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.
- Lifestyle changes like low sugar diet, exercising, losing weight, not smoking, and cutting down on alcohol intake may help this medication work better.