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Sugamet MC 500 Tablet SR


Introduction of Sugamet MC Tablet SR

Sugamet MC 500 Tablet SR 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. It helps to maintain blood sugar levels and reduces the chances of developing serious complications of diabetes.

Sugamet MC 500 Tablet SR is a medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps to lower the high blood sugar levels and prevents long-term complications. This medicine also prevents the deficiency of vitamin B12. It should be used along with a proper diet and regular exercise for best results. It should be taken with food to avoid the side effects of nausea and upset stomach.

Uses of Sugamet MC Tablet SR

Benefits of Sugamet MC Tablet SR

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Sugamet MC 500 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. It also improves the body’s response to the hormone insulin, which is responsible for regulating blood glucose (sugar) levels in our body. The insulin helps to lower your blood glucose levels and prevents them from rising after taking meals. It also contains Methylcobalamin, a form of vitamin B that helps protect nerve damage and treats symptoms such as numbness, tingling, burning, and needle-like sensations in the hands and feet.
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 Sugamet MC 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 you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Sugamet MC

  • Nausea
  • Taste change
  • Loss of appetite
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain

How to use Sugamet MC 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. Sugamet MC 500 Tablet SR is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Sugamet MC 500 Tablet SR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Sugamet MC 500 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
Sugamet MC 500 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
Sugamet MC 500 Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sugamet MC 500 Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Sugamet MC 500 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
Sugamet MC 500 Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sugamet MC 500 Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Sugamet MC 500 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

Sugamet MC Tablet SR

  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • It does not cause weight gain and rarely causes low blood sugar unlike other diabetes medicines.
  • Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or on delaying/skipping a meal.
  • Your doctor will monitor your blood sugar levels and kidney functions regularly while taking this medication.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, or persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as Sugamet MC 500 Tablet SR may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.
  • 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.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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what is the difference between methylcobalamine (mcg500) and mecobalamin Previously I used to have Sugamet MC 500 (with methylcobalamine) but this time I received Sugamet MC 500 (with mecobalamin ). Kindly advise.
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
Physician
U can use it as it is one group
Constipation. Medicines I am taking now are starvog 0.2 and sugamet mc
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
so u have diabetesso sir do following test, than i can better predict ur conditionCBC, ESR, Urine RE & CS, LFT, KFT, Lipid profile, Opthalmic examination of Eye for , eGFR, Thyroid profile, CXR (PA view), USG ( full abdomen)all test are mandatory
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