Imiglin 500mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used together with a healthy diet and regular exercise to control blood sugar levels. This helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness.

Imiglin 500mg Tablet is normally prescribed when diet and exercise alone or other medicines do not prove sufficient to control your blood sugar level. Your doctor may prescribe it alone or in combination with other diabetes medicines. It can be taken with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and blood sugar levels. Use it strictly as advised by your doctor.

You should take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop taking the medicine unless your doctor recommends it. This medicine helps you control your blood sugar levels and prevent serious complications in the future. It is important to stay on the diet and exercise program recommended by your doctor while taking this medicine. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.

Common side effects of this medicine include hypoglycemia, constipation, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, indigestion, upper abdominal pain, and weight loss. It is important to recognize the symptoms of hypoglycemia (such as lightheadedness, sweating, dizziness, fainting, and dry mouth) and know how to deal with it. You can carry sugar or glucose candy and have them to control your symptoms if you experience any. Contact your doctor if the side effects if they do not go away or worry you.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, or pancreas problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines you are taking may interfere with this medicine's working. So, make sure your doctor knows about all the other medicines you are using. Limit your alcohol intake while taking this medicine because it can increase your risk of developing low blood sugar levels. You may need regular tests such as kidney function and blood glucose levels to check that the medicine is working properly.

Uses of Imiglin Tablet

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Benefits of Imiglin Tablet

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Imiglin 500mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called DPP-4 inhibitors (or gliptins). It helps increase the amount of insulin your body produces after a meal and to stop your body from releasing too much glucose (sugar) into your blood. This way it lowers the blood glucose levels in your body. It is usually taken once a day and has relatively few common side effects.

Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, blindness, and loss of limbs. Proper control of diabetes can also reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Taking this medicine regularly along with a proper program of diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.

Side effects of Imiglin Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Imiglin

Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Constipation
Vomiting
Abdominal discomfort
Indigestion
Upper abdominal pain
Weight loss

How to use Imiglin Tablet

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. Imiglin 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Imiglin Tablet works

Imiglin 500mg Tablet works by stimulating insulin secretion in a glucose-dependent manner, which helps to lower blood sugar levels.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Imiglin 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Imiglin 500mg 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Imiglin 500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Imiglin 500mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Imiglin 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Imiglin 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Imiglin 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Imiglin 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Imiglin Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Imiglin 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or by delaying/skipping a meal. Check your blood sugar levels and have a snack/sugar source for immediate relief.
If you get unusually thirsty, pass urine more frequently, and feel tired, let your doctor know. These are signs that there is too much sugar in your blood and your dose may need adjusting.
Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor immediately if you experience rapid or deep breathing, muscle pain, fatigue, and drowsiness.
Lifestyle changes like low sugar diet, exercising, losing weight, not smoking, and cutting down on the amount of alcohol you normally drink may help this medication work better.

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FAQs

What is the dosage of Imiglin 500mg Tablet?

The usual adult dosage of imeglimin hydrochloride is 1000 mg, administered orally twice daily in the morning and evening.

Is Imiglin 500mg Tablet safe for kidneys?

There might be a delay in the elimination of Imiglin 500mg Tablet from the body in patients with kidney disease due to improper kidney function. Thus, it is advisable to inform your doctor if you have kidney disease before starting the treatment with Imiglin 500mg Tablet.

Can Imiglin 500mg Tablet cause dizziness?

Yes, Imiglin 500mg Tablet can cause dizziness as a side effect. If this happens to you, sit or lie down until the symptoms pass. Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience dizziness while traveling.

How to relieve constipation during the treatment with Imiglin 500mg Tablet?

To relieve constipation, include fiber in your diet (fruits and vegetables), drink 8-10 glasses of fluids a day, and keep active. A stool softener (with a doctor's prescription) once or twice a day may prevent constipation. If you do not have a bowel movement for 2-3 days, consult your doctor.

Can this medicine be used to treat type 1 diabetes?

No, this medication cannot be used to treat type 1 diabetes.

What should you not eat while taking Imiglin 500mg Tablet?

It is advisable to avoid foods that are high in saturated and trans fats, instead consume fats from fish and nuts. Control your carbohydrate intake as this directly affects your blood sugar.

Is Imiglin 500mg Tablet tablet safe to use?

Yes, Imiglin 500mg Tablet tablet is safe when used as directed by the doctor. However, it may show some side effects. For best results, it should be used in the correct dose and at the same time each day.

Can I stop taking Imiglin 500mg Tablet tablet?

No, do not stop taking Imiglin 500mg Tablet tablet without talking to your doctor first. Sudden discontinuation of this medicine may worsen your diabetes. Inform your doctor if the symptoms bother you or no considerable improvement is seen in your condition. The doctor may suggest some other medicine that could be more effective in treating your diabetes.

Can people with diabetes have proteins?

Yes, people with diabetes must include proteins along with other essential nutrients in their daily diet. Proteins are one of the major energy providers among all essential nutrients. Besides, being the building blocks of the human body, proteins break down into glucose to release energy. Unlike carbohydrates, the metabolism of proteins into glucose is much slower. Therefore, the release of energy usually takes a few hours after consumption. Thus, the spike in blood sugar levels might occur after a few hours when you are on a high-protein diet. It is often recommended to consume about 2-3 teaspoons of proteins in the evening snacks to avert the chances of hypoglycemia.

Are artificial sweeteners good for people with diabetes?

No, artificial sweeteners are not good for people with diabetes. They are composed of chemicals that can cause mild to severe side effects. Thus, it is better to limit or avoid their use as much as you can.

Can diabetes cause kidney failure?

Yes, uncontrolled diabetes can cause kidney failure. In the long run, diabetes can affect the kidneys leading to a condition called diabetic nephropathy. This condition is a major cause of kidney failure in patients with diabetes. The best way to prevent damage to kidneys is by keeping diabetes in check, making dietary changes, monitoring sugar levels regularly, getting routine blood tests done, and taking prescribed medications on time.

Can diabetes be cured?

Diabetes is a condition that causes changes in your blood glucose levels, which if left uncontrolled, can lead to serious health complications affecting the heart, brain, kidneys, and eyes. However, with simple lifestyle changes, diet, and medications, one can manage their condition and lead a healthy life.

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