Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Magma Allianz Laboratories Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
Out of Stock
Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medicine is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps in proper utilization of insulin, thereby lowering the blood sugar levels. The medicine combines three antidiabetic agents: Glimepiride, Metformin, and Pioglitazone, each working through different mechanisms to provide better control of blood sugar when single or dual therapy is not effective. Common side effects are not listed, but it is important to consult your doctor for any adverse reactions.
Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is a combination of three antidiabetic medicines: Glimepiride, Metformin, and Pioglitazone. They work by different mechanisms to provide better control of blood sugar when single or dual therapy is not effective. Glimepiride increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. Metformin lowers glucose production in the liver, delays glucose absorption from intestines, and increases the body's sensitivity to insulin. Pioglitazone further increases insulin sensitivity.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
No, it is not safe to consume alcohol while using Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet. Alcohol can lower your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). It may also increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
What should I inform my doctor before taking Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Before using Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet, it is important to inform your doctor if you have: * Congestive heart failure * Kidney problems * Liver problems * Swelling of the back of the eye. Additionally, tell your doctor about: * Your pregnancy or breastfeeding status * Your use of any prescription and non-prescription medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
Can the use of Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet lead to vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, long-term use of Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet may contribute to vitamin B12 deficiency. This is because it contains metformin, which can interfere with the absorption of vitamin B12 in the stomach.
Can the use of Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level). Symptoms include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate, and feelings of anxiety or shakiness. This is more likely to happen if you miss meals, drink alcohol, over-exercise, take other antidiabetic medications alongside it, or delay taking your prescribed dose. Therefore, regular blood sugar monitoring is crucial, always keep some sugary items like a candy or chocolate with you.
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Store this medicine in its original container, tightly closed. Follow the storage instructions provided on the packaging or label. Do not use the medication after the expiry date mentioned on the label. Dispose of unused medication properly. Ensure it is inaccessible to children, pets, and other individuals.
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. Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
- Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
- 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.
- Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Debnox PM 2mg/500mg/15mg 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. Please consult your doctor.
