Avenger Plus Tablet
Manufacturer
Jasco Labs Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Glimepiride (1mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Avenger Plus Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Dosage Form
Tablet ER
Introduction
Avenger Plus Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medicine is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps in proper utilisation of insulin, thereby lowering the blood sugar levels.
Directions for Use
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. Avenger Plus Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Avenger Plus Tablet is a combination of three antidiabetic medicines: Glimepiride, Metformin and Pioglitazone. They work by different mechanisms to provide better control of blood sugar when single or dual therapy is not effective.
Quick Tips
Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach. 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 hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety. Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
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Frequently asked questions
Can I drink alcohol while taking Avenger Plus Tablet?
No, alcohol consumption is not advised while taking Avenger Plus Tablet. Alcohol can lower blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia), increasing the risk of lactic acidosis.
What should I inform the doctor before taking Avenger Plus Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you have congestive heart failure, kidney problems, liver problems, or swelling of the back of the eye. Also inform them if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or a premenopausal woman. Lastly, tell them about any prescribed or over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
Can the use of Avenger Plus Tablet lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, long-term use of Avenger Plus Tablet can cause vitamin B12 deficiency as it contains metformin. This medication interferes with vitamin B12 absorption in the stomach.
Can the use of Avenger Plus Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, Avenger Plus Tablet can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Symptoms include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate and feelings of anxiety or shakiness. It's more likely to happen if you miss or delay meals, drink alcohol, engage in over-exertion, or take other antidiabetic medications simultaneously. Regular blood sugar monitoring is crucial. Always carry a source of quick energy like a candy or chocolate with you.
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Avenger Plus Tablet?
Store this medicine in its original container, tightly sealed. Follow the specific storage instructions on the label provided. Dispose of unused medication properly; do not allow pets, children, or other individuals to consume it.
