Nitamed Plus Tablet SR
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Introduction of Nitamed Plus Tablet SR
Nitamed Plus Tablet SR belongs to a category of medicines known as anti-diabetic drugs. It is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
Nitamed Plus Tablet SR is a medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It provides a better control of blood sugar when single therapy is not effective. It prevents rise of postmeal sugar levels. This medicine should be used along with proper diet and exercise for better results. Take this with food to avoid side effects like nausea and upset stomach.
Nitamed Plus Tablet SR is a medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It provides a better control of blood sugar when single therapy is not effective. It prevents rise of postmeal sugar levels. This medicine should be used along with proper diet and exercise for better results. Take this with food to avoid side effects like nausea and upset stomach.
Uses of Nitamed Plus Tablet SR
Benefits of Nitamed Plus Tablet SR
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Nitamed Plus Tablet SR is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. 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.
Nitamed Plus Tablet SR will reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed because it is protecting your future health.
Nitamed Plus Tablet SR will reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed because it is protecting your future health.
Side effects of Nitamed Plus Tablet SR
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 youβre worried about them
Common side effects of Nitamed Plus
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Sweating
- Dizziness
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Taste change
How to use Nitamed Plus Tablet SR
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. Nitamed Plus Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Nitamed Plus Tablet SR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nitamed Plus Tablet SR 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
Nitamed Plus Tablet SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk 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
CAUTION
Nitamed Plus Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nitamed Plus Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Nitamed Plus Tablet SR is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Use of Nitamed Plus Tablet SR is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Nitamed Plus Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nitamed Plus Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Nitamed Plus Tablet SR is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Nitamed Plus Tablet SR is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
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Quick tips
Nitamed Plus Tablet SR
- It is fast-acting and reaches full effect within an hour.
- It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.Β
- Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxious feeling.
- Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.
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Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
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Name: Mednich Pharmaceuticals
Address: G82 & G81A Old No G23A, G 23, Third Floor Ptv Office No 308 Vijay Chok Laxmi Nagar Delhi 10092
Country of origin: India
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