Combining alcohol with this medication is considered unsafe, leading to potential adverse reactions and risks.
This medication may pose risks during pregnancy. Consult your doctor to weigh benefits and potential risks before usage.
It is unsafe to use this medication while breastfeeding, as data suggests potential toxicity to the infant.
Use this medication cautiously in kidney disease. Consult your doctor for potential dose adjustments and regular kidney function monitoring.
Exercise caution in liver disease with medicine. Dose adjustment may be necessary, and its use is not recommended in severe liver disease.
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It stimulates the pancreas to release more insulin and allows sugar to move from the blood into cells. Along with this, make cells more receptive to insulin, helping them use sugar efficiently and lowering blood sugar levels.
Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition that affects how the body regulates and uses sugar (glucose) as a fuel. It occurs when the body becomes resistant to insulin, a hormone that helps glucose enter the cells, or when the pancreas cannot produce enough insulin. As a result, the blood sugar levels become too high and can cause damage to various organs and tissues.
No, it is not known that SG causes memory loss. However, the use of SG may cause low blood sugar which may cause problems with concentration and reduced alertness.
Usually, the treatment for diabetes is suggested for a long term. You may have to continue the treatment life long. SG only controls the sugar levels but does not cure it. Do not stop taking SG without talking to your doctor. If you stop taking SG suddenly your diabetes may get worse.
SG takes about 2 to 3 hours to reduce blood sugar levels. You may not feel any difference, but this does not mean the medicine is not working. Continue taking the medication as directed by your doctor and if you have any concerns, discuss it with your doctor.
SG should be avoided by patients who are allergic to it, have severe kidney or liver disease, have G6PD-deficiency (an inherited condition affecting red blood cells) or are due to have surgery. Additionally, patients who are trying to get pregnant, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have insulin-dependent diabetes (type 1 diabetes mellitus) should avoid taking SG.
SG does not affect kidneys in patients with normal kidney function. However, its use should be avoided in patients with severe kidney disease since SG is principally eliminated by the kidneys.
SG is advised to be taken in the dose and duration suggested by your doctor. Generally, a single daily dose of SG is sufficient to control blood sugar levels. The dose should be taken whole with water shortly before or during breakfast. However, if you skip breakfast then the medicine should be taken shortly before or during your first main meal.
SG itself does not cause sleepiness. However, it may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) when used with other anti-diabetes medicine. Because of this you may feel sleepy or have problems in sleeping.
SG should be taken strictly as advised by the doctor. Overdose of SG may significantly decrease your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). If you think you have taken an excess dose and experience a dip in your sugar level, consume enough sugar (e.g., a small bar of sugar cubes, sweet juice or sweetened tea) and inform a doctor immediately. Severe cases of hypoglycemia accompanied by loss of consciousness and coma require immediate medical treatment and admission into hospital.
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