Oxramet IR 5/1000mg
| SKU | 2643 |
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| Generic For | Xigduo IR |
| Manufacturer | Astra Genica, India |
| Active Ingredient | Dapagliflozin/Metformin Hcl |
| Pack Size | Qty | Price Per Pill or Unit | Price | Cart | |
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| 28 Tablet/s | US$ 0.59 | US$ 16.50 | |||
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| 56 Tablet/s | US$ 0.59 | US$ 33.00 | |||
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| 84 Tablet/s | US$ 0.54 | US$ 45.009%US$ 49.50 | |||
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Oxramet IR 5/1000 mg is a combination medication for treating type 2 diabetes. It is especially effective when metformin alone is insufficient to control blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. The right medication is important for diabetic patients to reduce the chances of serious health complications such as kidney failure, nerve problems, heart disease, and loss of vision.
Dapagliflozin (5mg) and metformin (1000mg) are the main active components in Oxramet IR, which are used to improve blood glucose control in adults with type 2 diabetes. It is available as a film-coated tablet for oral administration. Your doctor may prescribe this oral antidiabetic agent as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycaemic control. Oxramet extended-release tablet is not recommended for patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus.
How Oxramet IR works?
Oxramet IR and metformin) helps remove excess glucose from the body through the urine. Controlling blood glucose levels is important for managing diabetes and avoiding health complications.
Oxramet IR 5/1000mg should not be given to patients with severe renal impairment, diabetic ketoacidosis, or a history of serious hypersensitivity to dapagliflozin or metformin. There are no adequate studies on pregnant women; the use of this drug during pregnancy should be considered only when the benefits outweigh the risks. It is recommended that you either discontinue Oxramet IR or discontinue nursing if you are a breastfeeding mother.
A higher incidence of side effects has been reported in geriatric patients. Also, patients with renal impairment should exercise caution. Lactic acidosis (build-up of lactic acid in the bloodstream) may occur due to metformin. The risk is even higher in patients with dehydration, hepatic impairment, renal insufficiency, and acute congestive heart failure. Oxramet extended-release tablets should generally be avoided in patients with hepatic impairment. Before initiating the treatment with this combination medicine, treat hypotension (low blood pressure) in the elderly, patients on diuretics and patients with renal impairment. Carefully monitor for signs and symptoms. Metformin may lower your vitamin B12 levels.
Inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, etc, you may be taking for your existing health disease to avoid drug interaction. Oxramet IR is a safe medicine when taken under a doctor's guidance.
The most common side effects do not require medical attention, as they usually resolve as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, consulting a doctor is important if any side effect persists longer or become bothersome.
The most common associated side effects of Oxramet IR include headache, diarrhoea, urinary tract or genital fungal infection, skin rashes, change in taste, dizziness, nausea, and nasopharyngitis.
How to use Oxramet IR 5/1000mg?
The Oxramet dose is based on the patient's current treatment. It is usually prescribed for once-daily administration with the evening meal. Swallow the tablet whole, and don't cut or chew it. Take the medicine at the same time each day to avoid missing the dose. Keep taking the medicine for the prescribed period and don't alter the dosing schedule. Also, do not exceed the daily recommended dose to achieve a faster result; doing so may cause severe side effects rather than the intended effect.
Store the tablet at room temperature, away from direct sunlight, moisture, pets, and children.
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