Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet

Gain a clear understanding of Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet, a product by Vidakem Lifesciences Pvt Ltd formulated with the salt combination Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg). This medication is commonly used for Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus. Continue reading to explore comprehensive details about its application and other essential information to help you make informed decisions regarding your health needs.

MRP: ₹ 71.42
Packing: 10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg)
Brand: Vidakem Lifesciences Pvt Ltd
Uses: Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Description

Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels
This medicine is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus
It helps in proper utilisation of insulin, thereby lowering the blood sugar levels
Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor
It must be taken with food to avoid stomach upset
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible
However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule
Do not double the dose
Overdose may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Some people may develop hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when this medicine is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or upon skipping a meal
Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking it
Other common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, bone fracture, and respiratory tract infection.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart problems
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it
Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it
Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.^Use of Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Driving:	CAUTION: Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg 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.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet.
Drug Action:	N/A
Therapeutic class:	ANTI DIABETIC
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	N/A

Uses of Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels
It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine
It also improves the body’s response to the hormone insulin, which is responsible for regulating blood glucose (sugar) levels in our body
The insulin helps to lower your blood glucose levels and prevents them from rising after taking meals
You should keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed
Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes
If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs
Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Vedapride MP 2 mg/500 mg/15 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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