Dixi PZ 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Capri Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Glimepiride (2mg) + Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Dixi PZ 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Dixi PZ 2mg/500mg/15mg 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. Dixi PZ 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Dixi PZ 2mg/500mg/15mg 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 Dixi PZ 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
No, it is not safe to consume alcohol while using Dixi PZ 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet. Combining alcohol with this medication may lower your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
What should I inform the doctor before taking Dixi PZ 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Before taking Dixi PZ 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have heart failure, kidney problems, or liver problems. Notify your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or a premenopausal woman. It is important to disclose any other medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements that you are currently taking.
Can the use of Dixi PZ 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, the use of Dixi PZ 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet can cause vitamin B12 deficiency due to its content of metformin. Long-term usage interferes with the absorption of vitamin B12 in the stomach.
Can the use of Dixi PZ 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, the use of Dixi PZ 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet can trigger hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). Symptoms may include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, rapid heart rate, and feelings of anxiety or shakiness. This is more likely to occur if you miss meals, drink alcohol, exercise excessively, take other antidiabetic medications, or delay taking your medication. Regular blood sugar monitoring is important to ensure a healthy glucose level. Always carry some sugary snacks like candies or chocolate with you.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Dixi PZ 2mg/500mg/15mg Tablet?
Store this medicine in its original container, tightly closed. Adhere to the storage instructions on the packaging or label. Do not consume any leftover medication. Ensure it is inaccessible by children, pets, and unauthorized individuals.
