Zeformin XR 30 Tablet 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 Zeformin XR 30 Tablet
are low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia), constipation, and vomiting.
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.