ZUKANORM-M 500MG TABLET

Uses and Benefits of ZUKANORM-M 500MG TABLET (VILDAGLIPTIN 50MG + METFORMIN 500MG)

This medicine is used to manage blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus, especially when diet, exercise, and metformin alone are not enough to control sugar levels.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Controlling high blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
• Used along with diet and exercise
• Sometimes combined with other diabetes medicines as advised by the doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• Vildagliptin increases the levels of natural hormones (incretins) that help the pancreas release insulin after meals and reduce excess sugar production
• Metformin decreases the amount of sugar made by the liver and helps the body use insulin more effectively
• Together they help lower blood sugar more effectively than either medicine alone

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for type 1 diabetes
• Not used for diabetic ketoacidosis, a medical emergency
• Not a treatment for weight loss
• Not meant for gestational diabetes unless specifically advised by a doctor

Side Effects of ZUKANORM-M 500MG TABLET (VILDAGLIPTIN 50MG + METFORMIN 500MG)

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Stomach upset
• Headache
• Dizziness

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Mild tremors
• Weight changes
• Excessive sweating
• Joint pain
• Loss of appetite

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of low blood sugar such as shakiness, sweating, confusion, or fainting
• Severe stomach pain with vomiting (possible pancreatitis)
• Yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine (liver problems)
• Unusual muscle pain, difficulty breathing, or extreme tiredness (possible lactic acidosis, a rare but serious condition)
• Swelling of face, lips, or throat, or skin rash (allergic reaction)

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to Use ZUKANORM-M 500MG TABLET (VILDAGLIPTIN 50MG + METFORMIN 500MG)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually with meals to reduce stomach upset
• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Do not change the dose or stop the medicine without consulting your doctor
• Continue to follow a healthy diet and exercise plan along with this medicine
• Get your blood sugar and kidney function checked regularly as advised

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from heat and moisture
• Keep in the original packaging until ready to use
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Safety Information and Precautions for ZUKANORM-M 500MG TABLET (VILDAGLIPTIN 50MG + METFORMIN 500MG)

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should only be used under the guidance of a registered doctor.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to vildagliptin, metformin, or any ingredient in the tablet
• Have severe kidney disease
• Have severe liver disease
• Have a history of diabetic ketoacidosis or metabolic acidosis
• Are undergoing surgery or major imaging tests involving contrast dye (metformin may need to be stopped temporarily)

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have any kidney or liver problems
• Have heart failure or a history of pancreatitis
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Drink alcohol regularly
• Are elderly, as dose adjustment may be needed

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other diabetes medicines or insulin (risk of low blood sugar)
• Diuretics (water pills)
• Steroids like prednisolone
• Certain blood pressure medicines
• Contrast dye used in X-ray or CT scan procedures

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine with alcohol?

It is best to avoid alcohol as it can increase the risk of low blood sugar and a rare condition called lactic acidosis.

Will this medicine cause weight gain?

Unlike some diabetes medicines, this combination is generally weight-neutral or may cause slight weight loss.

Can I stop this medicine once my sugar is normal?

• No, do not stop without consulting your doctor, as diabetes needs long-term management even when sugar levels are controlled.
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