Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for EUREPA MF 2MG/500MG TAB and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Disease Interactions
- 11 Technical Classification
- 12 Available Alternatives for EUREPA MF 2MG/500MG TAB
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Overview
EUREPA MF 2MG/500MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.EUREPA MF 2MG/500MG TAB is composed of: METFORMIN (500.0 MG), REPAGLINIDE (2.0 MG)
Metformin is an oral diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels.Metformin is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying sugar (glucose) absorption from intestines and increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin.
Repaglinide is an oral diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels by causing the pancreas to produce insulin. Repaglinide is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This medicine is not for treating type 1 diabetes.
Usage
METFORMIN is generally used to treat: Diabetes Type 2METFORMIN can address symptoms like: Eyes Blurred Vision, Feet Burn, Weight Loss (unintentional)
REPAGLINIDE is generally used to treat: Diabetes Type 2
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
How Do I Take It?
EUREPA MF 2MG/500MG TAB is generally taken With Food.Precautions for EUREPA MF 2MG/500MG TAB and its Constituents
- You should not use metformin if you have severe kidney disease or diabetic ketoacidosis.
- You should not use metformin if you are allergic to it.
- Take metformin exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Take metformin with a meal.
- Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow the tablet whole.
- Your blood sugar will need to be checked often, and you may need other blood tests at your doctor’s office.
- Your doctor may have you take extra vitamin B12 while you are taking this medicine.
- It may lead to dehydration; drink plenty of water to avoid this problem.
- Avoid excess dosage.
Caution should be exercised in patients with
Symptoms of Overdosage
REPAGLINIDE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Blurred Vision, Weakness (generalized), Body Excessive Sweating, Slurred Speech, Abdomen Pain, Confusion, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Agitation, FaintingCommon Side-Effects
METFORMIN : Diarrhoea, Joint Pain, Skin Rash, Anxiety, Depression, Night Terrors, Seizure, Change In Stools, Unusual Taste In Mouth, Abdomen Discomfort, Cough, Fever, Chills, Body Discomfort, Lower Back Pain, Drowsiness, Chest Discomfort, Confusion, Pale Skin, Labored Breathing, Head Headache, Body Excessive Sweating, Slurred Speech, Shortness Of Breath, Fatigue (tiredness), Body Loss Of Movement, Runny Nose, SneezingREPAGLINIDE : Anxiety, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chills, Confusion, Pale Skin, Dizziness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Head Headache, Nausea, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Slurred Speech, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Lower Back Pain
Serious Side-Effects
METFORMIN : Indigestion, Heartburn, Breathlessness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Rapid Breathing, Pain With Urination, Belching, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Increased Passing Gas, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Upset StomachREPAGLINIDE : Frequent Urination, Confusion, Drowsiness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fruity Odor On Breath
Rare Side-Effects
METFORMIN : Difficulty Concentrating, Unusual Behavior, Restless (tossing And Turning) SleepREPAGLINIDE : Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing
Disease Interactions
REPAGLINIDE can interfere with: Diabetes Type 1, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Adrenal Insufficiency, Protein-Energy Malnutrition, Neuropathy, Anorexia Nervosa, Acute Renal Failure, Diabetes MellitusTechnical Classification
METFORMIN is categorized as: NON-SULFONYLUREAS / ANTIDIABETIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTSREPAGLINIDE is categorized as: MEGLITINIDES / ANTIDIABETIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS
Available Alternatives for EUREPA MF 2MG/500MG TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
EUREPA MF 2MG/500MG TAB | INR 181 for 10 TABLETS | METFORMIN 500.0 MG, REPAGLINIDE 2.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
EUREPA MF 1MG/500MG TAB | INR 109.86 for 10 TABLETS | METFORMIN 500.0 MG, REPAGLINIDE 1.0 MG |