Ppg-R 1 Tablet should be taken just after meals. The
dose will be decided by your doctor. Do not stop taking it without
asking your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and
put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and
blindness. If you miss a dose, do not take the missed dose between two
meals. Wait until your next meal and take it just after meals as usual.
Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose. This medicine
is only part of a treatment program that should include a healthy diet,
regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.
The
most common side effects of this medicine include flatulence, diarrhea,
stomach pain, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level), and skin rash.
However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please
consult your doctor if these do not resolve or persist for a longer
duration. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this
medicine.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you
have any kidney or liver problems or urinary tract infection or if you
are on water pills (diuretics). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should
also consult their doctor before taking it. Avoid excessive alcohol
intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some
side effects.