Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR
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Product introduction
Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It belongs to a group of medicines called sulfonylureas and helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. This helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness.
Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR is a medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps to control blood sugar levels and thus prevent the long-term complications of diabetes. Use this medicine along with a proper diet and exercise for best results. It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) as a side effect. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR is a medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps to control blood sugar levels and thus prevent the long-term complications of diabetes. Use this medicine along with a proper diet and exercise for best results. It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) as a side effect. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
Uses of Dianorm Tablet MR
Benefits of Dianorm Tablet MR
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR works by increasing the amount of insulin your body produces (in the pancreas). The insulin then works to lower your blood glucose level. It is usually taken once a day. You should keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed.
Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
Side effects of Dianorm Tablet MR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Dianorm
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Weight gain
- Flatulence
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
How to use Dianorm Tablet MR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR is recommended.
However, the drug is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney disease.
However, the drug is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Dianorm Tablet MR?
If you miss a dose of Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Take it shortly before or with the first main meal of the day (usually breakfast). Avoid skipping meals.
- Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR affects you.
- It can 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 hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
- Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms, such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Second-generation sulfonylurea derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Action Class
Sulfonylureas (Insulin Secretogogues)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR
Once A Day
81%
Twice A Day
18%
What are you using Dianorm Tablet MR for?
Type 2 diabet*
100%
*Type 2 diabetes
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR?
No Side Effec*
50%
Hypoglycemia *
50%
*No Side Effect, Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level)
How do you take Dianorm Tablet MR?
Empty stomach
100%
Please rate Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR on price
Average
67%
Expensive
33%
FAQs
What is the best time to take Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR?
Take Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR before meals or exactly as instructed by your doctor. There is evidence stating that Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR works best at controlling post meal high blood sugar levels when taken 30 minutes before breakfast. So, if you are supposed to take it once daily, take it in the morning with breakfast with a glass of water.
Is Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR the same as metformin?
No, Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR is not the same as metformin. Although both these oral medicines are used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, the way they work to reduce the sugar levels are different. While Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR acts by increasing the secretion of insulin by the pancreas, metformin acts by improving the functioning and effectiveness of the insulin already available in the body.
Can you take metformin and Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR at the same time?
Yes, Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR and metformin can be taken at the same time but only if prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor may have prescribed taking the two together to control your uncontrolled sugar levels. However, taking the two together may cause low blood sugar which may also occur if you delay or miss a meal, exercise more than usual or take it with insulin. Follow the instructions given by your doctor strictly to avoid such complications.
Is Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR bad for kidneys?
No, Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR is not harmful if your kidney function is normal. Any previous case of kidney problem should be informed to the doctor, so that the use of Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR can be assessed. This is done in order to analyze whether Dianorm-OD 30 Tablet MR can be given or not because it is principally excreted by the kidney. If you have kidney problems you will be started at a lower dose.
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