Megagliptin MF Forte Tablet PR

Combination: Megagliptin + Metformin (antidiabetic agents).
Used for: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (controls blood sugar, prevents complications like kidney damage, heart attack, or stroke).

Key Points:

• Dosage: Take with meals to avoid stomach upset. Dose adjusted based on blood sugar levels, kidney function, and other medications.

• Benefits:

  • Dual-action: Controls blood glucose through different mechanisms.

  • Reduces risk of diabetes complications (nerve/kidney damage, blindness, amputations).

  • Lowers chances of heart disease/stroke when combined with diet/exercise.

• Side Effects:

  • Common: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, hypoglycemia (if combined with insulin/sulfonylureas).

  • Manage hypoglycemia with quick sugar intake (glucose tablets/juice).

Safety Warnings:

• Avoid Alcohol: Increases hypoglycemia risk and lactic acidosis (with metformin).

• Kidney/Liver:

  • Kidney Disease: Use cautiously; avoid in severe cases. Regular monitoring needed.

  • Liver Disease: Unsafe; avoid entirely.

• Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Unsafe – consult doctor.

• Driving: Caution advised if dizziness/hypoglycemia occurs.

Lifestyle Tips:

• Follow a healthy diet and regular exercise plan.

• Monitor blood sugar regularly.

• Do not stop without doctor’s advice.

If You Miss a Dose:

• Take ASAP, but skip if close to the next dose. Never double dose.

Note: Inform your doctor about all medications you’re taking to avoid interactions.