Ismet 500 Tablet
Manufacturer
Mitoch Pharma Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Metformin (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ismet 500 Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women, helping to control blood sugar levels and prevent complications.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Ismet 500 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 a menstruation-related disorder known as Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women.
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. Ismet 500 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ismet 500 Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Ismet 500 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Pregnancy Warning
Ismet 500 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Interacting Medicines
Ketotifen Amiloride Beclometasone Betamethasone
How it works
Ismet 500 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 Ismet 500 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 Ismet 500 Tablet may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Ismet 500 Tablet do exactly?
People with type 2 diabetes have trouble making enough insulin or responding to the insulin their body makes. This causes high blood sugar levels. Ismet 500 Tablet works in several ways to lower those high blood sugar levels: it reduces glucose production by the liver and decreases absorption of glucose from the intestines after eating. It also improves how well the body's cells and muscles respond to the insulin produced naturally.
Does Ismet 500 Tablet cause weight loss?
Yes, Ismet 500 Tablet can lead to weight loss in some people with type 2 diabetes. It may also result in a modest decrease in weight for individuals who are at risk of developing diabetes. It is important to note that this medicine is not intended for weight management. Please consult your doctor if you have concerns about weight loss.
What are the benefits of taking Ismet 500 Tablet?
Ismet 500 Tablet helps control blood sugar levels and promotes better insulin sensitivity, which means it improves how well the body uses insulin. It may also help reduce weight gain in people with type 2 diabetes.
Can Ismet 500 Tablet make me sleepy?
Ismet 500 Tablet is generally well-tolerated and rarely causes sleepiness. However, in rare cases, it may cause sleep disorders or insomnia. If you experience excessive drowsiness while taking this medication, please contact your doctor immediately.
How to take Ismet 500 Tablet?
Take Ismet 500 Tablet with or after a meal. Do not crush or chew the tablets and swallow them with a glass of water. If your doctor has prescribed one tablet daily, prefer taking it in the morning with breakfast. If prescribed two tablets per day, take one in the morning and one in the evening with dinner. If you have three doses per day, you can take the remaining doses with lunch. Taking Ismet 500 Tablet with meals helps minimize digestive problems like indigestion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach ache, and loss of appetite.
What does Ismet 500 Tablet do exactly?
People with type 2 diabetes have trouble making enough insulin or responding normally to the insulin made by their bodies. This causes high blood sugar levels. Ismet 500 Tablet works in several ways to lower those high blood sugar levels: it reduces glucose production by the liver and decreases absorption of glucose from the intestines after eating. It also improves how well the body's cells and muscles respond to the insulin produced naturally.
Does Ismet 500 Tablet cause weight loss?
Yes, Ismet 500 Tablet can lead to weight loss in some people with type 2 diabetes. It may also result in a modest decrease in weight for individuals who are at risk of developing diabetes. It is important to note that this medicine is not intended for weight management. Please consult your doctor if you have concerns about weight loss.
What are the benefits of taking Ismet 500 Tablet?
Ismet 500 Tablet helps control blood sugar levels and promotes better insulin sensitivity, which means it improves how well the body uses insulin. It may also help reduce weight gain in people with type 2 diabetes.
Can Ismet 500 Tablet make me sleepy?
Ismet 500 Tablet is generally well-tolerated and rarely causes sleepiness. However, it may cause sleep disturbances or insomnia in some individuals. If you experience excessive drowsiness while taking this medication, please contact your doctor immediately.
How to take Ismet 500 Tablet?
Take Ismet 500 Tablet with or after a meal. Do not crush or chew the tablets and swallow them with a glass of water. If your doctor has prescribed one tablet daily, prefer taking it in the morning with breakfast. If prescribed two tablets per day, take one in the morning and one in the evening with dinner. If you have three doses per day, you can take the remaining doses with lunch. Taking Ismet 500 Tablet with meals helps minimize digestive problems like indigestion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach ache, and loss of appetite.
