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Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR
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Product introduction
Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It belongs to a group of medicines called sulfonylureas and helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. This helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness.
Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR is a medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps to control blood sugar levels and thus prevent the long-term complications of diabetes. Use this medicine along with a proper diet and exercise for best results. It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) as a side effect. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR is a medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps to control blood sugar levels and thus prevent the long-term complications of diabetes. Use this medicine along with a proper diet and exercise for best results. It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) as a side effect. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
Uses of Myzulin Tablet SR
Benefits of Myzulin Tablet SR
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR works by increasing the amount of insulin your body produces (in the pancreas). The insulin then works to lower your blood glucose level. It is usually taken once a day. You should keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed.
Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
Side effects of Myzulin Tablet SR
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 youโre worried about them
Common side effects of Myzulin
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Flatulence
- Abdominal discomfort
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nervousness
- Tremors
- Weight gain
- Abnormal sensation
How to use Myzulin Tablet SR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR is to be taken empty stomach.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR 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
CAUTION
Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
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
Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
These patients can experience very low blood sugar levels with this medicine, which may take a long time to come back to normal
These patients can experience very low blood sugar levels with this medicine, which may take a long time to come back to normal
Liver
CAUTION
Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Myzulin Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Take it shortly before or with the first main meal of the day (usually breakfast). Avoid skipping meals.
- Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR affects you.
- It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
- Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
- Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms, such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Second-generation sulfonylurea derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Action Class
Sulfonylureas (Insulin Secretogogues)
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is the best time to take Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR?
Take Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR before meals or exactly as instructed by your doctor. There is evidence stating that Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR works best at controlling post meal high blood sugar levels when taken 30 minutes before breakfast. So, if you are supposed to take it once daily, take it in the morning before breakfast with a glass of water.
Is Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR the same as metformin?
No, Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR is not the same as metformin. Although both these oral medicines are used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, the way they work to reduce the sugar levels are different. While Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR acts by increasing the secretion of insulin by the pancreas, metformin acts by improving the functioning and effectiveness of the insulin already available in the body.
Is Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR bad for kidneys?
No, Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR is not harmful if your kidney function is normal. Any previous case of kidney problem should be informed to the doctor, so that the use of Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR can be assessed. This is done in order to analyze whether Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR can be given or not because it is principally excreted by the kidney. If you have kidney problems you will be started at a lower dose.
Does Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR make you sleepy?
Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR itself does not cause sleepiness. However, it may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) when used with other anti-diabetes medicine. Because of this you may feel sleepy or have problems in sleeping.
Can I take Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR with insulin?
Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR, when used with insulin, can help to control high blood sugar levels. Taking them together can help to lower the dose of insulin but there could also be an increased risk of hypoglycemia. Dose of these medicines may need to be adjusted along with regular blood sugar level monitoring.
Does Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR cause weight gain?
Yes, Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR can cause weight gain. It is advisable to closely monitor your diet and do regular exercise while taking this medicine. Avoid skipping your meal as it can cause very low blood sugar levels and you may end up snacking or taking a lot of sugars.
Is Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR a Thiazolidinedione?
No, Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR is not a Thiazolidinedione, it is a sulfonylurea. However, both are antidiabetic medicines but belong to a different group of medicines.
Who should not take Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR?
Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR should be avoided by patients who are allergic to it, have severe kidney or liver disease, have G6PD-deficiency (an inherited condition affecting red blood cells), or are due to have surgery. Along with that, patients who are trying to get pregnant, are pregnant, or breastfeeding, or have insulin-dependent diabetes (type 1 diabetes mellitus) should also avoid taking Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR.
What can happen if I take more than the recommended dose of Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR?
Overdose of Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR may significantly decrease your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). If you have taken an excess dose then you should instantly consume enough sugar (e.g., a small bar of sugar cubes, sweet juice or sweetened tea) and inform a doctor immediately. Severe cases of hypoglycemia accompanied by loss of consciousness and coma are cases of medical emergency requiring immediate medical attention.
Can I skip Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR for a few days?
No, Myzulin 2.5mg Tablet SR should not be skipped, as it can make your diabetes worse. If, you miss the dose by mistake, take it as soon as you remember.
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