Aiwo AMet- SR 500mg

About the Product:

Aiwo AMet-SR contains Metformin hydrochloride sustained release tablets 500mg. It is an anti-diabetic drug with Sustained release that allows drugs to be delivered for a prolonged period of time. It is the first-line oral therapy for diabetes in the recent guidelines of the American Diabetes Association. It can also lower insulin resistance and blood sugar levels in women with PCOS. It acts as Insulin sensitizer, Anti-Oxidant, decreases appetite, inhibits lipolysis in adipose tissue, and is cardio protective.

About the Quality:

• Patented Formulation
• Enhanced Bioavailability
• High-quality ingredients
• Better Absorption
• Transparent Information
• Kosher

Composition

Each uncoated sustained relase tablet contains Metformin Hydrochloride IP 500mg Excipients q.s.

Consume Type

Oral

Benefits of Aiwo AMet- SR  500mg

Liver Health:

Aiwo AMet-SR works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying the absorption of sugar (glucose) from the intestines, and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. It can also help relieve insulin resistance in PCOS, keep both your weight gain and blood pressure down in gestational diabetes, control blood sugar levels in pre-diabetes, and also reduce the overall risk of death from diabetes related heart disease.

Heart Health:

Aiwo AMet-SR can lower LDL (bad) cholesterol, lower blood fat levels, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. 

Safety Information:

• Store protected from light and moisture, at a temperature not exceeding 30 deg C.
• Keep all medicines out of reach of children.
• Tablet should be swallowed whole and not chewed or crushed.
• Do not take if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
  
  

Drug Warning:

Drug interactions:

Aiwo AMet-SR interacts with people who are on pain killers (aspirin, ibuprofen, and celecoxib), high blood pressure drugs (nifedipine, captopril, enalapril, lisinopril), thyroid hormones (thyroxine), antacid (cimetidine), other diabetes drugs, cholesterol drugs, glaucoma drugs, tb drugs. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of any drug.

Food Interactions:

According to the University of Michigan, you should avoid eating high-fiber foods after taking metformin. This is because fiber can bind to drugs and lower their concentration. Metformin levels decrease when taken with large amounts of fiber (greater than 30 milligrams per day).Consult the Dietician before use, if on prescribed medication.

Disease interactions:

Not Recommended for Hepatic impairment, Renal Impairment, Chronic metabolic acidosis, Alcoholism, Heart failure, Vitamin B12 deficiency, Hypoglycemia, Type 1 diabetes.
Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of any disease.

Safety Advice:

Children: 

Aiwo AMet-SR is not recommended for use in children since the safety and efficacy data is not available. It is safe for children with Type 2 diabetes but the dosage should be 200-250mg. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions.

Pregnancy and Breast Feeding:

During pregnancy, this product should be used only when needed.Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.


During breastfeeding, this product should be used only when needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

Driving

Aiwo AMet- SR 500mg does not cause any effect on the ability to drive or to use machines .

Liver and Kidney

Aiwo AMet- SR 500mg to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. if your liver is not working correctly, it might cause a buildup of its metabolites, resulting in toxicity. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

Aiwo AMet- SR 500mgto be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. This medicine is excreted by the kidney. An impaired kidney function can lead to the accumulation of medicine in the body. This can cause complications like lactic acidosis (acid build up in the blood). The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor. .

Alcohol

It is advisable not to consume alcohol along with Aiwo AMet-SR. Consumption of alcohol while taking this may increase the risk of lactic acidosis which is a severe life-threatening condition.

FAQs:

1. Who should take it?

Generally, men and women who have increased blood glucose level, Prediabetic, PCOS can take .

2. Does it come with any side effects?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, stop taking metformin and call your doctor immediately: extreme tiredness, weakness, or discomfort; nausea; vomiting; stomach pain; decreased appetite; deep and rapid breathing or shortness of breath; dizziness; lightheadedness; fast or slow heartbeat; flushing of the skin; muscle pain; or feeling cold, especially in your hands or feet. This holds for all forms of Metformin.

3. How much should I ideally take?

The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) range from 0.5 to 2.5 grams of Metformin daily in divided doses.

4. Are there any interactions with prescription medication?

Yes, It interacts with Diabetes drug
Blood pressure drug
Cholesterol drug
Glaucoma drug
Procainamide, digoxin, quinidine, trimethoprim, and vancomycin
Hormone drugs
Thyroid drug
Tuberculosis drug
Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.

5. What is the recommended duration?

Reducing the dosage of metformin or stopping it altogether is safe in some cases if your diabetes is under control.Two tablets daily after food or as directed by Healthcare Professionals.

6. What to do if i forget to take my regular dose?

If you forget to take Aiwo AMet- SR 500mg, do not take a double dose to make up for your forgotten dose. Try to take the next dose at the usual time. Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

7. What to do when i overdose with metformin?

Never take more than the prescribed dose of Metformin. If you taken an overdose of this medicine, go to the nearest emergency medical department/hospital immediately.