Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's
About Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's
Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's belongs to the class of medications called oral antidiabetics. It is an oral hypoglycaemic (lowering blood sugar) medication intended for people with type 2 diabetes; proper diet and exercise control blood sugar. It is used when diet, exercise, and weight reduction alone have not been found to control blood sugar well enough. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic or lifelong disorder affecting how our body processes glucose. People with type 2 diabetes either do not produce enough insulin or cannot perform their body functions (insulin resistance). Middle-aged or older individuals are most likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes, also known as adult-onset diabetes.
Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's is prescribed alone or combined with other medications to treat type 2 diabetes. Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's lowers blood glucose levels by stimulating the release of insulin from the pancreas.
Take Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. Take Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's preferably before meals; its effect may be delayed if it is taken with or after meals. You are advised to take Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed. You may experience sweating, dizziness, shaking, hunger, tiredness, diarrhoea, and abdominal pain. One may experience these symptoms due to the lack of proper food intake or a high dose of anti-diabetic medicine. If you experience low blood sugar symptoms, eat or drink something containing sugar as advised by your doctor. Most of these side effects of Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's should not be stopped even if you feel better, without consulting your doctor as sugar levels keep changing. If you stop taking Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's abruptly, it may increase your sugar levels. Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's should not be taken if you have type 1 diabetes or severe kidney or liver disease. Do not take Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or if you are a breastfeeding women. It is also not recommended for use in children and adolescents (under 18 years of age). Speak to your doctor for information regarding this medicine.
Uses of Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's
Medicinal Benefits
Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's belongs to the class of medications called oral antidiabetics. It is an oral hypoglycaemic (lowering of blood sugar) medication intended to use in people with type 2 diabetes; proper diet and exercise to control blood sugar levels in the blood. It is used when diet, exercise, and weight reduction alone have not been found to control blood sugar well enough. Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's is known to lower blood glucose levels by stimulating the release of insulin from the pancreas. Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's has unique pharmacokinetic properties, and it will be absorbed rapidly and extensively from the small intestine after oral administration. It is also effective as a combination therapy with metformin for patients who require therapy to reduce both fasting and postprandial blood sugar (hyperglycemia).
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Drug Warnings
Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's should not be taken if you are allergic to Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's or any of its ingredients. Do not take Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding women, have type 1 diabetes, or have a severe liver problem. Take Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's with caution if you are over 65 years old, undernourished, or have an underactive pituitary or adrenal gland. Watch carefully if you have any signs of low blood sugar. Avoid drinking alcohol while on this medication, as it affects blood sugar levels. Inform your doctor before taking Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's if you have a severe kidney/liver problem, have recently met with an accident, or have an active infection. Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's is not recommended for children and adolescents (below 18 years of age). Check your blood sugar levels from time to time, as your doctor advises. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you have low blood sugar, as your ability to concentrate or react may be reduced in such a case.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's interacts with a pain killer (aspirin), type 2 diabetes medication (sitagliptin, linagliptin, liraglutide), blood pressure medication (metoprolol), asthma medication (albuterol), and diuretic medication (furosemide).
Drug-Food Interactions: Limit alcohol intake since it affects blood sugar levels. Avoid fatty foods and include healthy carbohydrates in your diet.
Drug-Disease Interactions: People affected by type 1 diabetes, heart disease, low blood sugar level, liver disease and kidney disease should not take this Nitamed-60 Tablet 10's.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
Type-2 diabetes mellitus: Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that occurs when our body becomes resistant to insulin or when the pancreas cannot make enough insulin. Insulin is the hormone that controls sugar levels in your blood. People with type 2 diabetes either do not produce sufficient insulin or cannot perform its function in the body (insulin resistance). Middle-aged or older individuals are most likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes, called adult-onset diabetes. Genetics and environmental factors seem to be contributing factors for type 2 diabetes. People with type 2 diabetes will have high blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia) in the blood. They will experience symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination at night, slow wound healing, increased hunger, fatigue, and blurred vision. There may be weight gain in some cases, while weight loss may also be observed in rare cases. The complication associated with type 2 diabetes includes neuropathy (nerve problems), nephropathy (kidney problems), and retinopathy (damaged retina of eyes or blindness), sexual dysfunction and increase the chance of heart attack or stroke.