I am a diabetic and taking pioplus 2 and gliptagreat tablet. Both twice a day. I am getting a side effect of these medicines. I am feeling itching and lot lot much irritation on my hips and thighs. It makes me very uncomfortable while sleeping. Any suggestions to overcome these side effects.

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Dr. Narasimhalu C.R.V.(Professor)Dermatologist23yrs exp

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it's Fungus infection...Fungus or yeast infection....common around skin folds like thighs and genitals.. avoid sweating, sharing clothes,towels and soap.. specific medicine required depends on the severity.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos.

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Dr. Tapan GandhiAyurvedic Doctor8yrs exp

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Hi Lybrate user you can start some ayurvedic medicines to counter act side effects. Start aragwadhadi kashay tablet 2 tab befor food two time for 15_20 days and levocetrizine when yoj have itch. Consult me on-line for private chat.

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Dr. Dhivya PilllaiDermatologist4yrs exp

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Mostly could not be due to your diabetic tablets but still kindly send me clinical photographs for treatment suggestions.

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