Istamet 50 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

This medication is used for treating type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps to keep the blood sugar levels in the body under control. The patients are advised to maintain a healthy diet and do regular exercise daily along with medicine.

The medicine has certain side effects. The most common ones are stomach pain and problems, diarrhea, vomiting, nasal congestion, abdominal pain, anxiety, blurred vision, sore throat, hypoglycemia and lactic acidosis.

The contraindications of the medicine include type 1 diabetes, hypersensitivity, renal problems, lactation, cardiovascular diseases and septicemia. The duration of the effect of the medicine is not known.

The onset of action for medicine is around 1 to 3 hours of consumption. There were no reports that suggested that medicine is addictive or habit-forming.

The tablet is not considered to be safe with alcohol as it may have adverse effects on the patient. The doctor must be consulted before consumption. It is not recommended for pregnant women and must be taken under medical supervision.

It is not recommended for breastfeeding women and must be taken under medical supervision. This medicine must not be taken unless necessary. It must be taken under medical supervision for patients that have severe kidney and liver conditions.

• Type 2 Diabetes

• Diabetes

• Hypersensitivity

• Cardiovascular Disease

• Bacterial Septicemia

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Altered Taste

• Diarrhoea

• Abdominal Pain

• Loss Of Appetite

• Blurred Vision

• Anxiety

• Sore Throat

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is not considered to be safe with alcohol as it may have adverse effect.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  It is not recommended for pregnant women. Medical supervision must be taken before taking the medicine about the different risks and benefits.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  It is not recommended for breastfeeding women. Medical supervision must be taken before taking the medicine about the different risks and benefits.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  The medicine may affect the patient while driving. Consult the doctor if the blood sugar level fluctuates.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  It must be taken under medical supervision for patients that have severe kidney conditions. The dosage may be altered by the doctor. Proper regulation of the kidney function is required.

• Does this affect liver function?

  The tablet is considered safe for patients having liver diseases. The doctor’s consultation is required.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of effect of the medicine is not known.

• What is the onset of action?

  The onset of action for the medicine is around 1 to 3 hours of consumption.

• Is it habit forming?

  There were no reports that suggested that the medicine is addictive or habit-forming. The doctor must be consulted if such situations arise.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose must be taken as soon as possible. If the time for the next dose arrives, skip the missed dose and resume the normal schedule. Do not take extra dosage.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  The doctor must be consulted if there is any case of overdose. It is recommended that you do not overdose on the medicine.

This is a hypoglycemic drug that works by competitively binding to and inhibiting the enzyme dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4). It decreases glucose production in the liver, decreases intestinal absorption of glucose, and improves insulin sensitivity by increasing bodies glucose uptake and utilization.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  It is not considered to be safe with alcohol as it can interact and have adverse effects on the patient. The doctor must be consulted before consumption.

• Interaction with Medicine

  The medicine is said to severely react with Gatifloxacin, Bexarotene, and Iodinated Contrast Media. It reacts moderately with Estradiol, Benazepril and Bumetanide.

• Ques : What is Istamet 50 Mg/500 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : This is a drug prescribed to patients with type 2 diabetes. It helps in reducing the blood sugar level in the body. It is classified under DPP-4 inhibitor class of medications. The medicine contains Sitagliptin and Metformin as working ingredients.

• Ques : What is the use of Istamet 50 Mg/500 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : It is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like reduce blood glucose levels in patients with Type 2 Diabetes.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Istamet 50 Mg/500 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Nausea, Vomiting, Altered Taste, Diarrhoea, Abdominal Pain, Loss Of Appetite, Blurred Vision, Anxiety and Sore Throat are possible side effects.

• Ques : Can the use of Istamet 50 Mg/500 Mg Tablet lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency?

  Ans : Yes, the use of this medicine can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency on long-term use. It interferes with the absorption of Vitamin B12 in the stomach. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Istamet 50 Mg/500 Mg Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : The medicine should be consumed, until the complete eradication of the disease. Thus, it is advised to use, till the time directed by your doctor and moreover taking this medication longer than it was prescribed, can also cause inadequate effect on the patient. So please consult your doctor.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Istamet 50 Mg/500 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : The duration of effect for this medicine is dependent on the severity of the patient’s condition. Therefore, the frequency of consumption of this medication will vary from one person to another, it is advised to follow the proper prescription of the doctor, directed according to the condition.

• Ques : Should I use Istamet 50 Mg/500 Mg Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The salts involved in this medication react properly, if it is taken with the food. If you take it with an empty stomach, it may cause stomach upset. Please consult the doctor before use.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Istamet 50 Mg/500 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : This drug contains salts, which are suitable to store between 20c to 25 C temperature and keeping this medication above or below that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light. Keep this medication, away from the reach of children. It is advised to dispose the expired or unused medication, for avoiding its inadequate effect.

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