Azulix 4 MF Forte Tablet PR should be
taken with food. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the
most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and
this may change from time to time according to how it is working
according to your blood sugar levels.
Keep taking this medicine,
even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you
stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could
rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems,
and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program
that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight
reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in
controlling diabetes.
The most common side effect of Azulix 4 MF
Forte Tablet PR is low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia). Make sure
you recognize the signs of having low blood glucose levels, such as
sweating, dizziness, headache, and shaking, and know how to deal with
it. To prevent this, it's important to have regular meals and always
carry a fast-acting source of glucose such as sugary food or fruit juice
with you. Drinking alcohol can also increase your risk of low blood
sugar levels and should be avoided. Other side effects that may be seen
on taking this medicine include taste changes, nausea, diarrhea, stomach
pain, headache, and upper respiratory tract infection. Some people may
find that they put on weight with this medicine.
You should not
take it if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, if you have diabetic
ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), or if you have severe
kidney or liver disease. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor
if you have ever had heart disease. It may not be suitable. Pregnant or
breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it.
Your blood sugar levels should be checked regularly and your doctor may
also advise blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and liver
function.