Cefest O Dry Syrup
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Cefest O Dry Syrup is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is approved for use in adults aged 18 years and older to improve glycemic control. It is generally used when other diabetes medicines do not provide adequate glycemic control.
Cefest O Dry Syrup can be prescribed alone or together with other diabetes medications. All diabetes medicines work best when used along with a healthy diet and regular exercise. It is taken twice daily, or as prescribed by the doctor, to improve glycemic control in patients. You should take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the most benefit from the medicine. Do not stop taking the medicine unless your doctor recommends it.
It helps to control your blood sugar levels and helps prevent serious complications in the future. It is important to stay on the diet and exercise program recommended by your doctor while taking this medicine. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.
Some common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, and headache. Low blood sugar level (hypoglycemia) is a possible side effect if you are also taking other diabetes medicines like insulin or sulfonylurea, so you need to know how to recognize and deal with it.
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have ever had kidney, liver, or heart disease, or problems with your pancreas. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Some other medicines can affect how this medicine works, so tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. You should try to avoid drinking alcohol as it lowers blood glucose. Your doctor will check your kidney function and blood sugar levels before and during treatment.
Cefest O Dry Syrup can be prescribed alone or together with other diabetes medications. All diabetes medicines work best when used along with a healthy diet and regular exercise. It is taken twice daily, or as prescribed by the doctor, to improve glycemic control in patients. You should take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the most benefit from the medicine. Do not stop taking the medicine unless your doctor recommends it.
It helps to control your blood sugar levels and helps prevent serious complications in the future. It is important to stay on the diet and exercise program recommended by your doctor while taking this medicine. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.
Some common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, and headache. Low blood sugar level (hypoglycemia) is a possible side effect if you are also taking other diabetes medicines like insulin or sulfonylurea, so you need to know how to recognize and deal with it.
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have ever had kidney, liver, or heart disease, or problems with your pancreas. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Some other medicines can affect how this medicine works, so tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. You should try to avoid drinking alcohol as it lowers blood glucose. Your doctor will check your kidney function and blood sugar levels before and during treatment.
Uses of Cefest O Dry Syrup in children
Benefits of Cefest O Dry Syrup for your child
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Cefest O Dry Syrup helps control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. 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. It also helps reduce the risk of any heart disease.
Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
How can I give Cefest O Dry Syrup to my child?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Dissolve the powder in sterile water. Shake well and use. Cefest O Dry Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Cefest O Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cefest O Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Cefest O Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cefest O Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
Cefest Dry Syrup
- Cefest O Dry Syrup is prescribed to control blood sugar and avoid long-term complications.
- Take it after you have eaten a meal or with a snack, as this will reduce the chance of an upset stomach.
- It may 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 hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, cold sweats, tremor, and anxiety.
- It may cause your body to lose too much fluid (dehydration) or you may urinate more often. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
- It is important for you to take care of the skin on your lower limbs and to report any sores or signs of infection to your doctor.
- Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.
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ANTI DIABETIC
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- Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Press Release: Glenmark becomes the first company to launch Remogliflozin + Vildagliptin fixed dose combination, at an affordable price for adults with Type 2 Diabetes in India. [Accessed 25 May 2021] (online) Available from:
- Remogliflozin etabonate + Vildagliptin [Prescribing Information]. Samlik Marchak, Sikkim: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 2020. [Accessed 08 Feb. 2022] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: July, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Cefest O Dry Syrup. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: July, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Cefest O Dry Syrup. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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₹80
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30.0 ml in 1 bottle
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What are you using this medicine for?
Type 2 diabetes mellitus
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