Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Metformin (500mg) + Teneligliptin (20mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Novogen Captab |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to control high blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that help control high blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This medication helps prevent serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage and blindness and may also reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. It is important to take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor, along with regular exercise and a healthy diet. Side effects may include a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, characterized by deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain. Consult your doctor for more information.
Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines that work together to control blood sugar levels.
Is Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet safe to use?
Yes, Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet is generally considered safe when taken as directed by your doctor. However, it's important to be aware of potential side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach upset, headache, nasal congestion, sore throat, respiratory tract infection and hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level). Consult your doctor if you experience any persistent issues while taking this medication.
Can using Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet lead to hypoglycemia?
While Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet itself doesn't usually cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level), it may occur in combination with insulin or Sulfonylurea. If you have concerns about hypoglycemia, it's important to maintain consistent meal timings and ensure adequate calorie intake during treatment.
Can Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet cause nausea and vomiting?
Yes, some people experience nausea and vomiting while using Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet. If you experience this, drinking plenty of water or fluids in small amounts can help. It's important to consult your doctor if vomiting persists and you notice signs of dehydration like dark urine, infrequent urination, or other symptoms.
Are there any contraindications with using Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet?
Avoid using Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet if you have an allergy to any of its ingredients or excipients. It's also not recommended for patients with severe kidney impairment, liver impairment, congestive heart failure, lactic acidosis, or diabetic ketoacidosis.
Can Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet cause lactic acidosis?
Yes, it's crucial to be aware of the risk of lactic acidosis (MALA) when using Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet. This is a rare side effect associated with metformin use and can pose serious risks. If you experience symptoms like muscle pain, dizziness, tiredness, cold hands and feet, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, or slow heart rate, stop taking Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet immediately and seek immediate medical attention.
Can the use of Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet lead to vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, long-term use of Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet may contribute to Vitamin B12 deficiency due to its effect on stomach absorption. Deficiency can cause anemia and nerve problems. Symptoms may include tingling or numbness in the hands and feet, weakness, urinary problems, changes in mental status, and difficulty maintaining balance (ataxia). Consult your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.
What is the best storage method for Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet?
Keep this medicine in its original container or packaging, tightly sealed. Store it according to the instructions on the label. Do not dispose of unused medication and ensure it's not accessible by children, pets, or 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. Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine as it can control blood sugar better than metformin alone.
- Take it in addition to regular exercise and a healthy diet to lower levels of blood sugar.
- Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
- Chances of weight gain and low blood sugar are lesser as compared to other diabetes medicines.
- Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor about your diabetes treatment if you are due to have surgery under a general anesthetic.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Nuglip M 500mg/20mg 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
Nuglip M 500mg/20mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor for more information.
