Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Bigan P 15 mg/500 mg Tablet
Description:
Bigan P 15 mg/500 mg 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.
Bigan P 15 mg/500 mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It must be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. If you miss a dose, 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. Overdose may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Some people may develop common side effects like nausea, loss of appetite, taste changes, stomach pain, diarrhea, edema (swelling) and blurred vision. However, these are usually not bothersome. If these do not resolve or worry you, please consult your doctor.
Earlier 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.
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Bigan P
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Flatulence
- Urinary tract infection
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Edema (swelling)
Side 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
Warning & Precautions:
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Bigan P 15 mg/500 mg Tablet.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bigan P 15 mg/500 mg 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 feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bigan P 15 mg/500 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Bigan P 15 mg/500 mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Bigan P 15 mg/500 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bigan P 15 mg/500 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Bigan P 15 mg/500 mg 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.
Bigan P 15 mg/500 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bigan P 15 mg/500 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Bigan P 15 mg/500 mg 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.
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