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Dgm 80mg/500mg Tablet

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Brooks Pharmaceuticals

Salt Composition

Gliclazide (80mg) + Metformin (500mg)

Overview Dgm 80mg/500mg Tablet

This medication, an 80 mg/500 mg tablet designated Dgm, is classified as an anti-diabetic agent. It combines two medications for managing type 2 diabetes in adults, effectively regulating blood glucose. Administer this tablet with food, consistently at the same time daily for optimal efficacy. Dosage is determined by your physician and may be adjusted based on blood sugar monitoring. Continued use is crucial, even with controlled blood sugar, as abrupt cessation can elevate glucose levels, risking kidney complications, vision impairment, neuropathy, and limb loss. This medication complements a comprehensive treatment plan encompassing diet, exercise, and weight management as directed by your doctor; lifestyle choices significantly influence diabetes control. Common side effects include hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), characterized by sweating, dizziness, headache, and tremors; constipation; and vomiting. Maintain regular meals and carry a rapid-acting glucose source (e.g., sugary foods, juice) to counteract hypoglycemia. Alcohol consumption should be limited due to its potential to exacerbate low blood sugar. Less frequent side effects include altered taste, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, headache, and upper respiratory infections; weight gain is also possible. This medication is contraindicated in type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, and severe hepatic or renal impairment. Prior heart conditions should be disclosed to your physician before commencing treatment. Pregnant or lactating individuals require medical consultation before use. Regular blood glucose monitoring, along with potential blood tests assessing blood cell counts and liver function, will be recommended by your doctor.

Uses of Dgm 80mg/500mg Tablet

Non-insulin-dependent diabetes

Major Benefits of Dgm 80mg/500mg Tablet:

Administer this medication according to your physician's prescribed dosage and schedule. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Consume the Dgm 80 mg/500 mg Tablet with a meal.

Common Side effects of Dgm 80mg/500mg Tablet:

  • Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Nausea
  • Flatulence
  • Constipation

How to use Dgm 80mg/500mg Tablet:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for this medication. Ingest the 80 mg/500 mg Dgm tablet whole; do not alter its form by chewing, crushing, or breaking. Administer this medication with food.

How Dgm 80mg/500mg Tablet works:

Each Dgm 80 mg/500 mg tablet contains gliclazide and metformin, two medications used to manage blood sugar levels in diabetes.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholUNSAFE

Combining Dgm 80 mg/500 mg Tablet with alcohol is not advisable due to safety concerns.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Using Dgm 80 mg/500 mg tablets during pregnancy poses a confirmed risk to the fetus. Therefore, it's not recommended. In exceptional, life-threatening circumstances, a physician might prescribe it if the potential benefits outweigh the known dangers. Always seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Dgm 80 mg/500 mg tablets while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Available human data indicates potential transfer of the medication into breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingCAUTION

Driving ability can be impaired by both hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia. Refrain from driving if you experience these conditions.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with kidney impairment should use the 80 mg/500 mg Dgm tablet cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification. Consult your physician for guidance. This medication is contraindicated in individuals with severe kidney disease. Regular kidney function tests are recommended during treatment.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Individuals with liver impairment should use the 80 mg/500 mg Dgm tablet cautiously. Dosage modification may be necessary; physician consultation is advised. A reduced starting dose is typically prescribed for patients with mild to moderate liver disease; the 80 mg/500 mg Dgm tablet is contraindicated in those with severe liver dysfunction.

What if you forget to take Dgm 80mg/500mg Tablet :

Should you forget a Dgm 80 mg/500 mg Tablet, take it immediately. If, however, your next scheduled dose is imminent, omit the missed dose and resume your normal dosing regimen. Never take a double dose.

Facts to Know About Dgm 80mg/500mg Tablet

LabelValue
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category Diabetes Management

FAQs on Dgm 80mg/500mg Tablet

Dgm 80 mg/500 mg tablets combine gliclazide and metformin to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) in adults. This combination improves blood glucose control when used with diet and exercise. Gliclazide stimulates insulin release from the pancreas, while metformin reduces liver glucose production and enhances insulin sensitivity. It's not suitable for type 1 DM.
Dgm 80 mg/500 mg Tablets may cause common side effects such as hypoglycemia, altered taste, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, and upper respiratory tract infections. Rare but serious side effects, including lactic acidosis, are also possible. Prolonged use may result in vitamin B12 deficiency.
Dgm 80 mg/500 mg Tablets can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), manifesting as nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, anxiety, or shakiness. This risk increases with missed meals, alcohol consumption, excessive exercise, or concurrent use of other diabetes medications. Regular blood sugar monitoring is crucial. Carry glucose tablets, honey, or fruit juice to treat low blood sugar.
Dgm 80 mg/500 mg Tablets can cause lactic acidosis, a serious medical emergency characterized by excessive blood lactic acid (also known as Metformin-Associated Lactic Acidosis or MALA). This is a rare side effect, but risk increases in patients with kidney disease, the elderly, or those who consume large amounts of alcohol. Symptoms include muscle pain or weakness, dizziness, fatigue, cold extremities, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and bradycardia. If you experience these, discontinue use and seek immediate medical attention.
Prolonged use of Dgm 80 mg/500 mg tablets can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency by hindering its absorption in the stomach. This deficiency, if left untreated, may result in anemia, neurological issues such as tingling, numbness in the extremities, weakness, urinary problems, cognitive changes, and balance difficulties (ataxia). To mitigate this risk, annual supplemental vitamin B12 intake is recommended by some researchers.
Dgm 80 mg/500 mg Tablets are contraindicated in patients with known allergies to any ingredient or excipient. They should also be avoided in individuals with moderate-to-severe kidney disease or metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis.
Combining alcohol and DGM 80 mg/500 mg tablets is unsafe. This combination may worsen low blood sugar and raise the risk of lactic acidosis.
Dgm 80 mg/500 mg tablets combine gliclazide and metformin to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) in adults. This treatment improves blood sugar control when coupled with a healthy diet and exercise. Gliclazide stimulates insulin release from the pancreas, while metformin reduces liver glucose production and enhances insulin sensitivity. This combination is unsuitable for type 1 DM.
Dgm 80 mg/500 mg Tablets may cause common side effects such as low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), altered taste, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, and upper respiratory infections. Rare but serious side effects, including lactic acidosis, are also possible. Prolonged use may result in vitamin B12 deficiency.
Dgm 80 mg/500 mg Tablets can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), manifesting as nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, rapid heart rate, anxiety, or shakiness. This risk increases with missed meals, alcohol consumption, excessive exercise, or concurrent use of other antidiabetic medications. Therefore, regular blood sugar monitoring is crucial. Always carry a fast-acting sugar source, such as glucose tablets, honey, or fruit juice.
Dgm 80 mg/500 mg Tablets can cause lactic acidosis, a serious medical emergency characterized by excessive blood lactic acid (also known as Metformin-associated lactic acidosis or MALA). This rare side effect is preventable by avoiding use in patients with kidney disease, the elderly, or heavy alcohol consumers. Symptoms include muscle pain/weakness, dizziness, fatigue, cold extremities, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and bradycardia. If these occur, discontinue use and seek immediate medical attention.
Prolonged use of Dgm 80 mg/500 mg tablets can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency by impairing its absorption in the stomach. This deficiency, if left untreated, may result in anemia, neurological issues such as numbness and tingling in the extremities, weakness, urinary problems, cognitive changes, and ataxia. To mitigate this risk, supplemental vitamin B12 is recommended at least annually by some researchers.
Dgm 80 mg/500 mg Tablets are contraindicated in patients with allergies to any ingredient or excipient, and in those with moderate-to-severe kidney disease or metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis.
Combining alcohol with DGM 80 mg/500 mg tablets is unsafe. This combination may worsen low blood sugar and raise the risk of lactic acidosis.
Dgm 80mg/500mg Tablet
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