Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR
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Introduction To Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR
Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR belongs to a category of medicines known as anti-diabetic drugs. It is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR should be taken with food. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to how it is working according to your blood sugar levels.
Keep taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.
The most common side effect of Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR is low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia). Make sure you recognize the signs of having low blood glucose levels, such as sweating, dizziness, headache, and shaking and know how to deal with it. To prevent this, it's important to have regular meals and always carry a fast-acting source of glucose such as sugary food or fruit juice with you. Drinking alcohol can also increase your risk of low blood sugar levels and should be avoided. Other side effects that may be seen in taking this medicine include taste changes, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, and upper respiratory tract infection. Some people may find that they put on weight with this medicine.
You should not take it if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, if you have diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), or if you have severe kidney or liver disease. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease. It may not be suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your blood sugar levels should be checked regularly and your doctor may also advise blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function.
Uses of Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR
- Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Benefits of Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR
Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar)
levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. It
also improves the body’s response to the hormone insulin, which is responsible
for regulating blood glucose (sugar) levels in our body. The insulin helps to
lower your blood glucose levels and prevents them from rising after taking
meals. 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.
Side effects of Repamet 1mg/500mg 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 you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ripadep Plus
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Sweating
- Dizziness
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Taste change
- Weight gain
How to use Repamet 1mg/500mg 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. Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
How Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR works
Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Repaglinide and metformin. Repaglinide is a meglitinide analogue which increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. This prevents blood glucose from rising very high after meals. Metformin is a biguanide which decreases the production and absorption of sugar in your body and allows better use of existing insulin. Together, they provide better control of blood sugar.
Quick tips
- It is fast-acting and reaches full effect within an hour.
- You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines (if prescribed) along with Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR.
- 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.
- Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR if I’m pregnant?
Repamet 1mg/500mg 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.
BreastfeedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR if I’m breastfeeding?
Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
AlcoholUNSAFE
Is drinking alcohol while taking Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR safe?
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR.
DrivingCAUTION
Can I drive after taking Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR?
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
KidneyCAUTION
Can I take Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR if I have/had kidney diseases?
Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
LiverCAUTION
Can I take Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR if I have/had liver diseases?
Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Repamet 1mg/500mg Tablet SR 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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Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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