Bigomet 250 Tablet
Manufacturer
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Metformin (250mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Bigomet 250 Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women. It helps control blood sugar levels and prevent serious complications of diabetes.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Bigomet 250 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication (biguanide) used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women. It helps control blood sugar levels and prevent serious complications of diabetes. It is also used to treat menstruation-related disorders. It is important to take this medicine as advised by your doctor and to monitor your blood sugar levels and kidney functions regularly.
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. Bigomet 250 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Bigomet 250 Tablet 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.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Bigomet 250 Tablet to control the blood sugar level and reduce the risk of diabetic complications such as heart attacks. Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or on delaying/skipping a meal. Carry a sugar source with you for immediate relief. Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as Bigomet 250 Tablet may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis. Prolonged use of Bigomet 250 Tablet may lead to vitamin B12 deficiency which may lead to anemia, causing fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath or headache. Notify your doctor if you experience any of these as you may require supplements. Your doctor will monitor your blood sugar levels and kidney functions regularly while you are taking this medication.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the primary function of Bigomet 250 Tablet?
Bigomet 250 Tablet helps to control blood sugar levels by reducing glucose production from the liver, decreasing absorption of glucose from the intestine after taking food, and improving the sensitivity of the body's organs and muscles towards insulin.
Can Bigomet 250 Tablet cause weight loss?
Yes, Bigomet 250 Tablet has been shown to cause weight loss in people who are overweight or obese. It may also lead to a modest loss in weight for those at risk of diabetes and individuals with insulin sensitivity or resistance.
What are the benefits of taking Bigomet 250 Tablet?
Bigomet 250 Tablet helps control blood sugar levels, promotes the body's response to insulin made by the pancreas, decreases glucose production from the liver, and reduces sugar absorption by the intestines. It also helps in controlling weight gain.
Can Bigomet 250 Tablet make you sleepy?
While Bigomet 250 Tablet usually does not cause sleepiness, it may rarely lead to sleep disorders or insomnia due to a serious side effect called lactic acidosis. If you experience excessive sleepiness or fatigue while taking the medication, contact your doctor.
How should I take Bigomet 250 Tablet?
Take Bigomet 250 Tablet with or after a meal. Do not crush or chew the tablets and swallow them with a glass of water. If prescribed one tablet a day, prefer taking it in the morning with breakfast; for two tablets a day, take one in the morning and another in the evening.
