Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR
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Introduction of Xigduo Tablet IR
Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control the high blood sugar levels seen in diabetes. This reduces the chances of serious complications of diabetes and also helps prevent heart disease.
Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR1 and Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR2.
Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR1 and Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR2.
Uses of Xigduo Tablet IR
Benefits of Xigduo Tablet IR
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. 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. This medicine will reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease.
Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed because it is protecting your future health.
Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed because it is protecting your future health.
Side effects of Xigduo Tablet IR
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
Common side effects of Xigduo
- Sore throat
- Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
- Runny nose
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Genital fungal infection
How to use Xigduo Tablet IR
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. Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm 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
Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
Xigduo Tablet IR
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine as it can control blood sugar better than metformin alone.
- It also reduces the risk of heart attack, heart failure or other cardiovascular events.
- You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines (if prescribed) along with Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR.
- Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
- Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR can cause urinary tract infection. Make sure to drink plenty of fluids and practice good genital hygiene.
- It may cause your body to lose too much fluid (dehydration) or you to urinate more often. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
- 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 hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxious feeling.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR
Once A Day
88%
Twice A Day
12%
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Country of origin: United states
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR. 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: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR. 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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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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