Zemiglo 50mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Zemiglo 50mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used together with a healthy diet and regular exercise to control blood sugar levels. This helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage and blindness.
Zemiglo 50mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It may be used alone or together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar levels and avoid long-term complications of diabetes. It should be used along with a proper diet and exercise for maximum effect. It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) as a side effect. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
Zemiglo 50mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It may be used alone or together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar levels and avoid long-term complications of diabetes. It should be used along with a proper diet and exercise for maximum effect. It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) as a side effect. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
Uses of Zemiglo Tablet
Benefits of Zemiglo Tablet
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Zemiglo 50mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called DPP-4 inhibitors (or gliptins). It helps increase the amount of insulin your body produces after a meal and to stop your body from releasing too much glucose (sugar) into your blood. This way it lowers the blood glucose levels in your body. It is usually taken once a day and has relatively few common side effects.
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, blindness, and loss of limbs. Proper control of diabetes can also reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Taking this medicine regularly along with a proper program of diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed for long term benefits.
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, blindness, and loss of limbs. Proper control of diabetes can also reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Taking this medicine regularly along with a proper program of diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed for long term benefits.
Side effects of Zemiglo Tablet
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 Zemiglo
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Hives
- Increased lipase in the blood
How to use Zemiglo Tablet
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. Zemiglo 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zemiglo 50mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zemiglo 50mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zemiglo 50mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Zemiglo 50mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Zemiglo 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zemiglo 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Zemiglo 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zemiglo 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
use of Zemiglo 50mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
use of Zemiglo 50mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
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No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Zemiglo 50mg Tablet should be taken at the same time every day since this helps you remember to take it.
- Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Zemiglo 50mg Tablet affects you.
- 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 symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
- Inform your doctor if you notice joint pains or develop symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea and/or vomiting.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Beta amino acids derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Action Class
DPP-4 inhibitors
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Zemiglo 50mg Tablet
Once A Day
96%
Twice A Day
4%
What are you using Zemiglo Tablet for?
Type 2 diabet*
100%
*Type 2 diabetes
FAQs
Can my blood sugar levels go too low on Zemiglo 50mg Tablet?
Yes, it is possible that your blood sugar levels may become very low (hypoglycemia). The chances are higher if you are on any other antidiabetic medicine or insulin along with Zemiglo 50mg Tablet. Additionally, blood sugar levels can take a huge dip if you skip meals, exercise more than usual, or if you have taken an overdose of Zemiglo 50mg Tablet. If you experience a sudden fall in your sugar levels, inform your doctor. The doctor may suggest dose modification to prevent your blood sugar levels from decreasing significantly (hypoglycemia). Follow your doctor’s advice and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
What is the most important information I should know about Zemiglo 50mg Tablet?
Zemiglo 50mg Tablet is safe to use if taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. However, in rare cases, some serious side effects can also be observed. In some people, Zemiglo 50mg Tablet may cause inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) which could be severe and can even lead to death. If you experience severe and persistent pain in your stomach area (abdomen), stop the medication and immediately contact your doctor. Zemiglo 50mg Tablet can also cause heart failure. This means the heart is not able to pump blood well enough, therefore, inform your doctor if you have or ever had heart problems before you start taking Zemiglo 50mg Tablet. In addition to that, problems related to kidneys should also be discussed with the doctor.
How long do I need to take Zemiglo 50mg Tablet?
Zemiglo 50mg Tablet only helps to manage your blood sugar levels but does not cure your diabetes. Keep taking Zemiglo 50mg Tablet as long as your doctor recommends it. You may have to take it lifelong. It is important to keep your blood sugar levels under control as any fluctuations in your blood sugar levels may cause serious problems. Therefore, do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor.
Is Zemiglo 50mg Tablet safe to be taken for a long term?
Yes, it is safe to take Zemiglo 50mg Tablet for a long time. Its long-term use, which can continue for months, years or even lifelong, has not shown any harmful effects. Keep taking Zemiglo 50mg Tablet as long as your doctor recommends it. Remember, Zemiglo 50mg Tablet only helps to keep your blood sugar levels under control but does not cure your diabetes.
Is Zemiglo 50mg Tablet bad for your kidneys?
No, Zemiglo 50mg Tablet is not bad for your kidneys if your kidney function is normal. However, it is important to inform your doctor if you have, or ever had, any kidney problems. If you have kidney problems, you may need dose modification.
Do I still have to manage my diet and exercise while on Zemiglo 50mg Tablet?
Yes, it is important to manage your diet and exercise while taking Zemiglo 50mg Tablet. In addition to medicine, making healthy food choices and being physically active are also important to effectively manage blood sugar levels. You may consult a dietitian and follow a diet chart that suits you best. A well-balanced diet is one part of a healthy lifestyle for people with type 2 diabetes. Additionally, thirty minutes of exercise such as a brisk walk is recommended.
Does Zemiglo 50mg Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Zemiglo 50mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain by itself. However, keeping a healthy weight is an important part of managing diabetes. Consult your doctor if you experience weight gain while taking Zemiglo 50mg Tablet.
What if I miss a dose of Zemiglo 50mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If in case you do not remember until it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses of Zemiglo 50mg Tablet at the same time.
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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 Zemiglo 50mg Tablet. 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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