Product Introduction:
Azulix-MF 4/500 is a dual-acting oral antidiabetic medication that combines a sulfonylurea (Glimepiride) and a biguanide (Metformin). It provides effective blood sugar control by stimulating insulin secretion from the pancreas and improving insulin sensitivity, especially in overweight individuals with type 2 diabetes.
Uses:
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Type 2 diabetes mellitus (adult-onset diabetes)
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As an adjunct to diet and exercise
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For patients not adequately controlled on monotherapy
Benefits:
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Controls fasting and post-meal blood glucose
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Helps prevent long-term diabetic complications
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Improves insulin function and sugar metabolism
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Suitable for long-term diabetes management
Composition (per tablet):
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Glimepiride – 4 mg
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Metformin Hydrochloride – 500 mg
Side Effects:
Common:
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Nausea, vomiting
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Diarrhea or stomach upset
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Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
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Headache
Occasional:
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Weight gain
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Metallic taste
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Flatulence
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Mild skin rash
Rare but serious:
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Lactic acidosis (very rare, due to Metformin)
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Liver dysfunction
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Allergic reactions
Safety Advice:
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Take with food to minimize stomach upset and hypoglycemia
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Do not skip meals to avoid low blood sugar
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Monitor blood glucose regularly
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Avoid alcohol to reduce the risk of lactic acidosis
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Not for use in type 1 diabetes or ketoacidosis
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Use with caution in patients with kidney or liver impairment
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Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless advised
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Store in a cool, dry place
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Keep out of reach of children
