Bemet-P 15mg/500mg Tablet
Introduction of Pioglitazone
Bemet-P 15mg/500mg Tablet
Basic Information
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Bemet-P 15mg/500mg 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 level.Using
Introduction of Pioglitazone
Bemet-P 15mg/500mg 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 level.Using
Bemet-P 15mg/500mg Tablet with regular exercise and a healthy diet for best results. It can be used in combination with other diabetes medicines. It may occasionally cause weight gain and swelling due to fluid retention in some patients.
Introduction of Metformin
Bemet-P 15mg/500mg 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 level.
Bemet-P 15mg/500mg Tablet is best taken with food to avoid nausea and abdominal pain. You should take it regularly, at the same time each day, to get the most benefit. You should not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor recommends it. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes. Therefore, it is important to stay on the diet and exercise program recommended by your doctor while taking this medicine. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, taste change, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite. 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.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.
03How It Works
Bemet-P 15mg/500mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It works by increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin, a natural substance that helps control blood sugar levels.
04Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Loss of appetite
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Taste change
Vomiting
Nausea
05Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Bemet-P 15mg/500mg Tablet.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bemet-P 15mg/500mg 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.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bemet-P 15mg/500mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
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.
Kidney:CAUTION
Bemet-P 15mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bemet-P 15mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Bemet-P 15mg/500mg 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.
Liver:CAUTION
Bemet-P 15mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bemet-P 15mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Bemet-P 15mg/500mg Tablet is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
06Drug Tips
Pioglitazone helps to control blood sugar level and avoid long-term complications.
You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Pioglitazone.
Take it only as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
Full effects may be visible after several weeks of starting Pioglitazone. Keep taking it as prescribed by your doctor.
Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while taking this medicine.
Notify your doctor if you experience shortness of breath, heart problems, or any abnormal swelling.
Your doctor may monitor your liver function. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms like abdominal pain, yellowing of eyes and loss of appetite.
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