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Cospiaq Met 12.5mg/1000mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cospiaq Met 12.5mg/1000mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Cospiaq Met 12.5mg/1000mg Tablet 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cospiaq Met 12.5mg/1000mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Cospiaq Met
Empagliflozin(12.5mg)
Uses
Empagliflozin is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
How it works
Empagliflozin is an anti-diabetic medication. It works by removing excess sugar from your body through urine.
Common side effects
Nausea, Increased thirst, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Urinary tract infection, Vomiting, Constipation, Polyuria, Upper respiratory tract infection, Postural hypotension (low blood pressure), Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Fainting, Fournier's gangrene, Genital fungal infection
Metformin(1000mg)
Uses
Metformin is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).
How it works
Metformin is an anti-diabetic medication (biguanide). It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying the absorption of sugar (glucose) from the intestines, and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin.
Common side effects
Diarrhea, Headache, Vomiting, Nausea, Flatulence, Indigestion, Vitamin B12 deficiency, Abdominal discomfort, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Drug eruptions, Lactic acidosis, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
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Expert advice FOR Cospiaq Met
- Empagliflozin is used alone or together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar and avoid long-term complications.
- 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 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.
- It can cause genital fungal and/or urinary tract infections (UTIs) in both females and males, so practice good hygiene.
- Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you experience constant dizziness, joint pain, cold-like symptoms or unexplained nausea/vomiting.
- Empagliflozin is used alone or together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar and avoid long-term complications.
- 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 Empagliflozin.
- Empagliflozin may also reduce weight and blood pressure.
- 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 can cause genital fungal and/or urinary tract infections (UTIs) in both females and males, so practice good hygiene.
- 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 immediately if you experience constant dizziness, joint pain, cold-like symptoms or unexplained nausea/vomiting.
- Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.
Frequently asked questions FOR Cospiaq Met
Empagliflozin
Q. What is the recommended method of taking Empagliflozin?
Take the recommended dose advised by the doctor. Empagliflozin may be taken with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with water, preferably at the same time each day. For best results, it is important to stay on a diet and exercise program as directed by your doctor.
Q. Can I stop taking Empagliflozin?
No, do not stop taking Empagliflozin without consulting your doctor. This can lead to a sudden increase in your blood glucose levels. Use the medicine strictly as per the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Never stop taking any medicine without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can Empagliflozin be used with other diabetes medicine?
Yes, Empagliflozin can be used alone or in combination with other diabetes medicines. However, along with medicines, proper diet and exercise should be followed.
Metformin
Q. What does Metformin do exactly?
People with type 2 diabetes are not able to make enough insulin or respond normally to the insulin made by their bodies. When this happens, the concentration of sugar/glucose increases in the blood. Metformin acts in several ways to reduce the increased levels of sugar in blood. Metformin decreases glucose production from the liver and decreases absorption of glucose from the intestine after taking food while improving the sensitivity of the body organs and muscles towards insulin. This helps improve the uptake of glucose from the blood. It also helps your body to respond better to the insulin it makes naturally.
Q. Does Metformin cause weight loss?
Yes, Metformin has been shown to cause weight loss in people who are overweight or obese. It may also cause a modest loss in weight in those overweight and obese individuals who are at risk for diabetes. In addition, patients who are sensitive or resistant to insulin may also show weight loss. But, do not start taking this medicine for weight loss on your own. Consult your doctor for the same.
Q. What are the benefits of taking Metformin?
Metformin is one of the first medicines that is given to patients with high blood sugar levels. It helps control blood sugar levels. It promotes the body’s response to the insulin made by the pancreas, decreases the amount of sugar made by the liver and decreases the amount of sugar absorbed by the intestines. Unlike other oral antidiabetic medicines, Metformin when taken alone, rarely causes low blood sugar as it prevents the pancreas from secreting more insulin. In addition to being a great medicine to lower blood sugar levels, it also helps in controlling weight gain.