Product introduction
Natiz 60mg Tablet is used to lower blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is usually prescribed along with other diabetes medicines to achieve adequate blood sugar control. It also prevents serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness.
Natiz 60mg Tablet is normally prescribed when diet and exercise alone or other medicines have not been enough to control your blood sugar level. It works best when taken before meals. The dose will depend on your condition, and blood sugar levels, but you should use it as advised by your doctor.
You should take it regularly, at the same time each day, to get the most benefit and you should not stop unless your doctor recommends it. It is controlling your blood sugar levels and helping to 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.
The most common side effects of this medicine include upper respiratory tract infection, back pain, diarrhea, flu symptoms, dizziness, and joint pain. Contact your doctor if the side effects worry you or if they do not go away.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have ever had kidney disease, heart or pancreas problems, or if you drink a lot of alcohol. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines you are taking may interfere with it 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 Natiz Tablet
Benefits of Natiz Tablet
In Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a long-term condition where the body cannot effectively use insulin, leading to high blood sugar levels. Natiz 60mg Tablet helps lower blood sugar, especially after meals, and supports better overall glucose control. It helps reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications like fatigue, blurred vision, and long-term damage to the heart, kidneys, and nerves, making it easier for individuals to maintain a healthier and more active life.
Side effects of Natiz 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 Natiz
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Back pain
- Diarrhea
- Flu-like symptoms
- Dizziness
- Joint pain
How to use Natiz 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. Natiz 60mg Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.
How Natiz Tablet works
Natiz 60mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas which prevents blood glucose from rising very high after meals.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Natiz 60mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Natiz 60mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Natiz 60mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Monitor the breastfed baby’s blood sugar during treatment with Natiz 60mg Tablet
Monitor the breastfed baby’s blood sugar during treatment with Natiz 60mg Tablet
Driving
CAUTION
Natiz 60mg Tablet may affect your driving ability if your blood sugar becomes too low or too high. Monitor your blood glucose and avoid driving if affected.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Natiz 60mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Natiz 60mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Limited data are available on the use of Natiz 60mg Tablet in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.
Limited data are available on the use of Natiz 60mg Tablet in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Natiz Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Natiz 60mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Quick tips
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Natiz 60mg Tablet affects you.
- 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.
- Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while you are taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Natiz 60mg Tablet results in fast and effective control of high blood sugar following meals.
- For best results, take Natiz 60mg Tablet 15 to 30 minutes before a meal.
- If you miss a meal, skip your dose to avoid hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level).
- You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Natiz 60mg Tablet
- 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.
- Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while you are taking this medicine.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Natiz 60mg Tablet affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenylalanine derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Action Class
Meglitinides (Insulin Secretagogues)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Natiz with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as confusion, headache, nausea, dizziness or faintness and consult your doctor if you experience them.
Concurrent use m
Your doctor may monitor blood glucose levels and adjust the dose, if required.
Concurrent use may impair diabetic control.
Watch out for symptoms of Nateglinide side effects such as back pain, dizziness, cough, diarrhea, congestion, headache or nausea and consult your doctor if you experience them. The
Your doctor may monitor your diabetic control closely and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurrent use may interfere with control over blood sugar.
Your doctor may monitor your diabetic control closely and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurrent use may interfere with control over blood sugar.
User feedback
Patients taking Natiz 60mg Tablet
Twice A Day
43%
Once A Day
36%
Thrice A Day
21%
FAQs
Does Natiz 60mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Weight gain may occur with Natiz 60mg Tablet therapy. If this effect persists or worsens, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly
Does Nateglinide contain metformin?
Nateglinide does not contain metformin
How does Natiz 60mg Tablet work?
Natiz 60mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called meglitinides. Natiz 60mg Tablet helps your body to regulate the amount of glucose in your blood by stimulating the pancreas to release insulin.
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- Nolte MS. Pancreatic hormones and antidiabetic drugs. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 741.
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Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India
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