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Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablet

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El-Dorado Bio-Tech Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition

Gliclazide (60mg) + Metformin (500mg)

Overview Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablet

Diabexe XR 60mg/500mg tablets are antidiabetic medications combining two drugs to manage type 2 diabetes in adults. They regulate blood sugar. Diabexe XR should be taken with food, consistently at the same time daily for optimal effectiveness. Dosage is determined by your physician and may be adjusted based on blood sugar response. Continue taking this medication even if feeling well, as discontinuation without medical advice can elevate blood sugar, increasing risks of kidney complications, vision loss, neuropathy, and limb damage. This medication is part of a comprehensive diabetes management plan that includes diet, exercise, and weight management as directed by your doctor. Lifestyle choices significantly impact diabetes control. Common side effects include hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), characterized by sweating, dizziness, headache, and trembling; constipation; and vomiting. Maintain regular meals and carry a fast-acting glucose source (e.g., sugary foods, fruit juice) to counter hypoglycemia. Alcohol should be avoided as it increases hypoglycemia risk. Other possible side effects include altered taste, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, and upper respiratory infections. Weight gain may occur. This medication is contraindicated in type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, and severe kidney or liver disease. Inform your doctor of any heart history before use, as it may be unsuitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should consult their physician prior to use. Regular blood sugar monitoring, along with blood tests to track blood cell counts and liver function, may be recommended by your doctor.

Primary Ingredients of Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablet

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Uses of Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablet

Adult-onset diabetes

Major Benefits of Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablet:

Administer this medication precisely as your physician directs, adhering to both the prescribed dosage and treatment length. Ingest the Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Consume this medication with food.

Common Side effects of Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablet:

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

How to use Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as your physician directs, adhering to both the prescribed dosage and treatment length. Ingest the Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Administer this medication with a meal.

How Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablet works:

Each Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg tablet combines the antidiabetic agents gliclazide and metformin.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholUNSAFE

Consuming alcohol alongside Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg tablets is inadvisable.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Using Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg tablets during pregnancy poses a confirmed risk to the fetus. Its use should only be considered in exceptional, life-threatening circumstances where the potential benefits significantly outweigh the known hazards. Always seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg tablets while breastfeeding is likely unsafe. Available human data indicates potential transfer to breast milk, posing a risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingCAUTION

Driving ability can be impaired by both hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia. Refrain from driving if such symptoms arise.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with kidney impairment should use Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification. Severe kidney disease contraindicates Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg tablet use. Medical supervision, including regular kidney function assessments, is recommended during treatment.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Patients with liver impairment should use Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification. Consultation with a physician is advised. For those with mild to moderate hepatic dysfunction, initiation should be at a reduced dosage; however, its use is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablet :

Should you forget to take your Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablet, administer it immediately upon remembering. Nevertheless, if your next scheduled dose is imminent, omit the missed dose and resume your usual dosing regimen. Avoid taking a double dose.

Facts to Know About Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablet

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Treatment Category Diabetes Management

FAQs on Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablet

Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg tablets combine gliclazide and metformin to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. This treatment improves blood sugar control when combined with diet and exercise. Gliclazide stimulates insulin release from the pancreas, while metformin reduces liver glucose production and enhances insulin sensitivity. It is not suitable for type 1 diabetes.
Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg tablets may cause common side effects such as 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.
Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg 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 antidiabetic medications. Regular blood sugar monitoring is crucial. Always carry a fast-acting sugar source, such as glucose tablets, honey, or fruit juice.
Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg tablets can cause lactic acidosis (MALA, or Metformin-associated lactic acidosis), a serious medical emergency involving high blood lactic acid levels. This rare side effect is preventable by avoiding use in patients with kidney disease, the elderly, or those consuming excessive 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 Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablet use can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency by hindering its stomach absorption. This deficiency, if left untreated, may result in anemia, nerve damage (manifesting as tingling, numbness in extremities, weakness), urinary issues, cognitive changes, and balance problems (ataxia). To mitigate this risk, annual supplemental vitamin B12 is recommended by some researchers.
Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg 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).
Consuming alcohol while taking Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg is unsafe. It can worsen low blood sugar and raise the risk of lactic acidosis.
Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg tablets combine gliclazide and metformin to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus 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 diabetes.
Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg 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, can also occur. Prolonged use may result in vitamin B12 deficiency.
Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg 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. Regular blood sugar monitoring is crucial. Carry glucose tablets, honey, or fruit juice for emergencies.
Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablets can cause lactic acidosis (MALA, or Metformin-associated lactic acidosis), a serious medical emergency involving high blood lactic acid levels. This rare side effect is avoided in patients with kidney disease, the elderly, and heavy alcohol users. Symptoms include muscle pain/weakness, dizziness, fatigue, cold extremities, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and bradycardia. If you experience these, stop taking Eldozide XR and seek immediate medical attention.
Prolonged Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg Tablet use can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency by impairing its stomach absorption. This deficiency, if left untreated, may result in anemia, neurological issues like tingling, numbness in extremities, weakness, urinary problems, cognitive changes, and ataxia. To mitigate this risk, annual supplemental vitamin B12 is recommended by some researchers.
Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg 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).
Consuming alcohol with Eldozide XR 60mg/500mg tablets is unsafe. This combination can lead to dangerously low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and a heightened risk of lactic acidosis.
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