Resrict 0.5mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Repaglinide (0.5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | East West Pharma |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Resrict 0.5mg 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. Resrict 0.5mg 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 Resrict 0.5mg 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.
Resrict 0.5mg 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 soon can I expect the effects of Resrict 0.5mg Tablet to begin?
The effects of Resrict 0.5mg Tablet typically start working within 30 minutes after taking the medication. This is because the insulin levels increase, leading to a decrease in blood sugar levels. The effect usually lasts for approximately 4 hours.
Can I consume alcohol while taking Resrict 0.5mg Tablet?
It is recommended to avoid consuming alcohol while taking Resrict 0.5mg Tablet. Alcohol can interfere with the medication's effectiveness, potentially causing symptoms of low blood sugar levels, such as weakness, shakiness, cold sweat, cool pale skin, rapid heartbeat, tremors, extreme hunger, dizziness, headache, and anxiety.
Can I take Resrict 0.5mg Tablet in conjunction with other antidiabetic medications?
Yes, it is possible to take Resrict 0.5mg Tablet with other antidiabetic medications. However, it is essential to consult your doctor for advice on how to manage these medications and ensure regular monitoring of blood sugar levels.
Is it safe to breastfeed while taking Resrict 0.5mg Tablet?
No, it is not recommended to breastfeed while taking Resrict 0.5mg Tablet. If the medication were to pass into breast milk, it could potentially cause low blood sugar levels in your baby, which can be detrimental to their health. It is best to consult with your doctor for guidance on this matter.
Do I need to adjust my clopidogrel dosage if I am taking Resrict 0.5mg Tablet?
You should inform your doctor about any potential interaction between Resrict 0.5mg Tablet and clopidogrel, and follow their advice. If it is not possible to avoid using both medications, take 0.5 mg of Resrict 0.5mg Tablet before each meal, ensuring the total daily dose does not exceed 4 mg. It is also crucial to 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. Resrict 0.5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
- For best results, take Resrict 0.5mg 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 Resrict 0.5mg Tablet
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Resrict 0.5mg 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 Resrict 0.5mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Resrict 0.5mg 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
Resrict 0.5mg 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.
