Description
Justoza-M 10/500 Tablet ER 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.
Justoza-M 10/500 Tablet ER may be taken with food. Take it at the same time every day, this will help you remember to take it. The dose will be decided by your doctor. Don’t stop taking it without asking your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and blindness. This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.
The most common side effects of this medicine include sore throat, nasal congestion, runny nose, headache, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Drinking plenty of fluids while using it will help prevent dehydration. Some people may develop fungal infections in the genital area. Maintaining good hygiene can help prevent this.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a urinary tract infection or if you are on water pills (diuretics). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.
BENEFITS OF JUSTOZA M TABLET ER
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Justoza-M 10/500 Tablet ER 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.
SIDE EFFECTS OF JUSTOZA M TABLET ER
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 Justoza M
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Genital fungal infection
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Urinary tract infection
- Polyuria
- Flatulence
- Skin rash
- Taste change
- Difficulty in urination
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Tremors
- Dizziness
- Back pain
- Increased hematocrit
- Decreased creatinine clearance
- Dyslipidemia
HOW TO USE JUSTOZA M TABLET ER
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. Justoza-M 10/500 Tablet ER is to be taken with food.
HOW JUSTOZA M TABLET ER WORKS
Justoza-M 10/500 Tablet ER is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Dapagliflozin and Metformin. Dapagliflozin works by removing excess sugar (glucose) from your body through urine. Metformin works by lowering sugar production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines and increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin. Together, they provide better control of blood sugar.
SAFETY ADVICE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Justoza-M 10/500 Tablet ER.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Justoza-M 10/500 Tablet ER 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
Justoza-M 10/500 Tablet ER is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Justoza-M 10/500 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Justoza-M 10/500 Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Justoza-M 10/500 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Justoza-M 10/500 Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE JUSTOZA M TABLET ER?
If you miss a dose of Justoza-M 10/500 Tablet ER, 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.
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