Restrict 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?
Restrict 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. Restrict 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 Restrict 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.
Restrict 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 long does Restrict 0.5mg Tablet take to start working?
Restrict 0.5mg Tablet begins working in approximately 30 minutes after administration. Following medication intake, insulin levels increase, resulting in a decrease in blood sugar levels. The effects usually last for four hours.
Can I consume alcohol while taking Restrict 0.5mg Tablet?
No, consuming alcohol is not recommended when using Restrict 0.5mg Tablet as alcohol can interfere with its effectiveness. Combining alcohol with this medication may lead to signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), including weakness, shakiness, cold sweat, pale skin, rapid heartbeat, tremors, extreme hunger, dizziness, headache, and anxiety.
Can Restrict 0.5mg Tablet be taken with other antidiabetic drugs?
Yes, Restrict 0.5mg Tablet can be combined with other antidiabetic medications under your doctor's guidance. However, as these drugs reduce blood sugar levels, consistent monitoring of blood glucose is essential.
Can I continue breastfeeding while taking Restrict 0.5mg Tablet?
No, it is not advisable to breastfeed your baby if taking Restrict 0.5mg Tablet. The medication's passage into breast milk can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) in the infant, which poses a health risk to them. Consult with your doctor for appropriate guidance.
Do I need to stop clopidogrel if I am taking Restrict 0.5mg Tablet?
You should communicate with your doctor and seek their advice regarding the combination of clopidogrel and Restrict 0.5mg Tablet. If avoiding clopidogrel is necessary, consider a dose reduction to 0.5 mg before meals, limiting your daily intake to a maximum of 4 mg. It is crucial to closely monitor your blood sugar levels as well.
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. Restrict 0.5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
- For best results, take Restrict 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 Restrict 0.5mg Tablet
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Restrict 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 Restrict 0.5mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Restrict 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
Restrict 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.
