Zucator M 500 Tablet
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Product introduction
Zucator M 500 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.
Zucator M 500 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It must be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. If you miss a dose, 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. Overdose may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Some people may develop hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when this medicine is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or upon skipping a meal. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking it. Other common side effects of this medicine include nausea, stomach upset, and stomach pain. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not resolve or bother you.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.
Uses of Zucator M Tablet
Benefits of Zucator M Tablet
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Zucator M 500 Tablet is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. 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, eye damage, nerve problems and loss of limbs. This medicine will reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed because it is protecting your future health.
Side effects of Zucator M 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 Zucator M
- Urinary tract infection
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
How to use Zucator M 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. Zucator M 500 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Zucator M Tablet works
Zucator M 500 Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines. Remogliflozin Etabonate is an anti-diabetic medication (sodium glucose-dependent renal transporter 2). It works by removing excess sugar from your body through urine. Metformin is another anti-diabetic medication (biguanide). It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying sugar (glucose) absorption from intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. This is how it works to control the blood sugar level in the body and treat diabetes.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zucator M 500 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zucator M 500 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
Zucator M 500 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
CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Zucator M 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zucator M 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment.
However, the use is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment.
Liver
UNSAFE
Zucator M 500 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Zucator M Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Zucator M 500 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
- Zucator M 500 Tablet is prescribed to control blood sugar and avoid long-term complications.
- It is better to take it after a meal or a snack to prevent 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 hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, cold sweats, tremor, and anxiety.
- It is important for you to take care of the skin on your lower limbs and to report any sores or signs of infection to your doctor.
- Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.
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Therapeutic Class
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Powers AC, D’Alessio D. Endocrine Pancreas and Pharmacotherapy of Diabetes Mellitus and Hypoglycemia. In: Brunton LL, Hilal-Dandan R, Knollmann BC (Editors). Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 13th ed. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education; 2018. pp. 864-886.
- Nolte Kennedy MS. Pancreatic Hormones & 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. 727-772.
- Remogliflozin and Metformin hydrochloride Tablets [Prescribing Information]. Mumbai, Maharashtra: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 2020. [Accessed 27 October 2021] (online) Available from:
- American Diabetes Association. 9. Pharmacologic Approaches to Glycemic Treatment: Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes-2020. Diabetes Care. 2020;43(Suppl 1):S98-S110. [Accessed 27 Oct. 2021] (online) Available from:
- Remogliflozin Etabonate and Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets [Patient Information Sheet]. Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 2020. [Accessed 16 Sep. 2024] (online) Available from:
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Name: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Off. Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009., Gujarat, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: May, 2026
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: May, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Zucator M 500 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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