Eurepa-0.5 Tablet
1 Strip of 15 Tablet.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Repaglinide (0.5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Eurepa 0.5 Tablet is used to lower blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is usually prescribed along with other diabetes medicines to achieve adequate blood sugar control. Eurepa 0.5 Tablet is normally prescribed when diet and exercise alone or other medicines have not been enough to control your blood sugar level. It works best when taken before meals. The dose will depend on your condition and blood sugar levels, but you should take it as advised by your doctor. Take Eurepa 0.5 Tablet regularly, at the same time each day, to get the most benefit and you should not stop unless your doctor recommends it. It is controlling your blood sugar levels and helping to prevent serious complications in the future. It is important to stay on the diet and exercise program recommended by your doctor while taking this medicine. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.
Eurepa 0.5 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas which prevents blood glucose from rising very high after meals.
How long does Eurepa 0.5 Tablet take to start working?
Eurepa 0.5 Tablet starts working 30 minutes after it has been taken. After you take Eurepa 0.5 Tablet, the insulin levels increase causing a decrease in blood sugar levels. The effect usually lasts for 4 hours.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Eurepa 0.5 Tablet?
No, you should avoid alcohol while taking Eurepa 0.5 Tablet because alcohol interferes with the working of Eurepa 0.5 Tablet. You may experience signs and symptoms of low blood sugar levels which include weakness, shakiness, cold sweat, cool pale skin, rapid heartbeat, tremors, extreme hunger, dizziness, headache, and anxiety.
Can I take other antidiabetic drugs with Eurepa 0.5 Tablet?
Yes, it can be taken with other antidiabetic drugs but according to your doctor’s advice. However, as all these drugs lower blood sugar levels, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended.
Can I breastfeed while taking Eurepa 0.5 Tablet?
No, you should not breastfeed your baby because if Eurepa 0.5 Tablet passes in breast milk, your baby may experience low blood sugar levels which is harmful to your baby. Ask your doctor for advice.
Should I stop clopidogrel while taking Eurepa 0.5 Tablet?
You should inform your doctor and take his advice. If you cannot avoid using clopidogrel with Eurepa 0.5 Tablet, take 0.5 mg Eurepa 0.5 Tablet before each meal. The total daily dose should not be more than 4 mg. Monitor your blood sugar levels more frequently.
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. Eurepa 0.5 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
- For best results, take Eurepa 0.5 Tablet 15 to 30 minutes before a meal.
- You should continue to exercise regularly
- eat a healthy diet
- and take your other diabetes medicines along with Eurepa 0.5 Tablet
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Eurepa 0.5 Tablet affects you.
- It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or if you delay or miss a meal.
- The most common side effects of this medicine is hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). You can carry sugar or glucose candy to control low blood sugar levels. Other common side effects that may be seen while taking this medicine include abdominal pain, inflammation of sinus, joint pain, back pain, nausea, and diarrhea.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Eurepa 0.5 Tablet.
Breastfeed
Eurepa 0.5 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
Eurepa 0.5 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. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
