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Natstar 120mg Tablet


Product introduction

Natstar 120mg Tablet is used to lower blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is usually prescribed along with other diabetes medicines to achieve adequate blood sugar control. It also prevents serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness.

Natstar 120mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It results in fast and effective control of blood sugar following meals. It is generally used in combination with other medicines. It should be used along with a proper diet and exercise for best results. Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur as a side effect of this medicine.

Benefits of Natstar Tablet

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Natstar 120mg Tablet increases the amount of insulin your body produces (in the pancreas). The insulin then works to lower your blood glucose levels and prevents them from rising after taking meals. 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.

Side effects of Natstar Tablet

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 Natstar

  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Back pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Flu-like symptoms
  • Dizziness
  • Joint pain

How to use Natstar Tablet

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. Natstar 120mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Natstar 120mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Natstar 120mg Tablet 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Natstar 120mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Monitor the breastfed baby’s blood sugar during treatment with Natstar 120mg Tablet
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
Natstar 120mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Natstar 120mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Natstar 120mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Natstar 120mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited data are available on the use of Natstar 120mg Tablet in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.

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Quick tips

  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how  Natstar 120mg Tablet affects you.
  • It 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 hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety.
  • Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while you are taking this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. 

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Meglitinide Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Action Class
Meglitinides (Insulin Secretogogues)

Patient concerns

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Diabetes mellitus type 2 ,thirst
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
Physician
A person can control his or her sugar levels by doing regular exercise and walk or regular aerobic exercises at least 30 to 45 minutes per day.MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL THERAPY THAT IS TO MAINTAIN CALORIES INTAKE AS PER BMI .TAKE HELP OF DIABETIC EDUCATOR. VISIT YOUR DOCTOR AND FOLLOW ALL WHAT DOCTOR SUGGESTED.IN TIME ALL ROUTINE INVESTIGATIONS SHOULD BE DONE.you should not treat it as disease but a start of a healthy life.Uncontrolled sugar levels for long time leads to lower limb weakness which is neuropathy and which is followed by foot ulcers and other complications like kidney or heart problems .online prescription is not allowed without seeing pt.so contact doctor nearby for any change or dose adjustment or visit my clinic at gurgaon sector 52 RdCity snergy multi speciality clinic near SRS MARKET
Diabetes mellitus type 2 required only ayurvedic medicine
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
Physician
Go for allopathic medicine
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FAQs

Does Natstar 120mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Weight gain may occur with Natstar 120mg Tablet therapy. If this effect persists or worsens, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly

Does Nateglinide contain metformin?

Nateglinide does not contain metformin

How does Natstar 120mg Tablet work?

Natstar 120mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called meglitinides. Natstar 120mg Tablet helps your body to regulate the amount of glucose in your blood by stimulating the pancreas to release insulin.

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References

  1. Powers AC, D’Alessio D. Endocrine Pancreas and Pharmacotherapy of Diabetes Mellitus and Hypoglycemia. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1257-58.
  2. Nolte MS. Pancreatic hormones and antidiabetic drugs. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 741.
  3. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 961-62.
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Marketer details

Name: Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Address: 142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra
Country of origin: India

MRP
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Inclusive of all taxes
10.0 tablets in 1 strip
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