Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aglipt-OD Tablet may be taken with or without food.
- Alcohol : UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Aglipt-OD Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Aglipt-OD Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Aglipt-OD Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : SAFE
Aglipt-OD Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION
Aglipt-OD Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : CAUTION
Aglipt-OD Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.However, Aglipt-OD Tablet has not been studied in patients with severe hepatic impairment and is not recommended for use in such patients.
If you miss a dose of Aglipt-OD Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Does Aglipt-OD Tablet cause weight gain?::: No, Aglipt-OD Tablet is not known to cause weight gain by itself. However, keeping a healthy weight is an important part of managing diabetes. Consult your doctor if you experience weight gain while taking Aglipt-OD Tablet.| Is Aglipt-OD Tablet bad for your kidneys?::: No, Aglipt-OD Tablet is not bad for your kidneys if your kidney function is normal. However, it is important to inform your doctor if you have, or ever had, any kidney problems. If you have kidney problems, you may need dose modification.| Do I still have to manage my diet and exercise while on Aglipt-OD Tablet?::: Yes, it is important to manage your diet and exercise while taking Aglipt-OD Tablet. In addition to the medicine, making healthy food choices and being physically active are also important to effectively manage blood sugar levels. You may consult a dietitian and follow a diet chart that suits you best. A well-balanced diet is one part of a healthy lifestyle for people with type 2 diabetes. Additionally, thirty minutes of exercise, such as a brisk walk, is recommended.| Can my blood sugar levels go too low on Aglipt-OD Tablet?::: Yes, your blood sugar levels may become very low (hypoglycemia). The chances are higher if you are on any other antidiabetic medicine or insulin along with Aglipt-OD Tablet. Additionally, blood sugar levels can take a huge dip if you skip meals, exercise more than usual, or take an overdose of Aglipt-OD Tablet. If you experience a sudden fall in your sugar levels, inform your doctor. The doctor may suggest dose modification to prevent your blood sugar levels from decreasing significantly (hypoglycemia). Follow your doctor?s advice and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.| What will happen if I accidentally take more than the prescribed dose of Aglipt-OD Tablet?::: If you have accidentally taken more than the prescribed dose of Aglipt-OD Tablet, your blood sugar levels may become too low (hypoglycemia). This hypoglycemia may be mild or severe. Monitor your blood sugar levels more frequently for the next 24 hours. Mild episodes of hypoglycemia (with symptoms like anxiety, sweating, weakness, tremors, and fast heartbeat) can usually be corrected with the help of sugary foods such as sugar or glucose candy, fruit juice, and glucose/Glucon-D. However, it is important to consult your doctor to decide on the further course of treatment. More severe episodes of hypoglycemia may even lead to a seizure (fit) or unconsciousness. This can be life-threatening, and immediate medical help may be required.| What if I miss a dose of Aglipt-OD Tablet?::: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If, in case you do not remember until it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses of Aglipt-OD Tablet at the same time.| Is Aglipt-OD Tablet safe to be taken for a long-term?::: Yes, it is safe to take Aglipt-OD Tablet for a long time. Its long-term use, which can continue for months, years, or even a lifetime, has not shown any harmful effects. Keep taking Aglipt-OD Tablet as long as your doctor recommends it. Remember, Aglipt-OD Tablet only helps to keep your blood sugar levels under control, but it does not cure your diabetes.| How long do I need to take Aglipt-OD Tablet?::: Aglipt-OD Tablet only helps to manage your blood sugar levels, but does not cure your diabetes. Keep taking Aglipt-OD Tablet as long as your doctor recommends it. You may have to take it lifelong. It is important to keep your blood sugar levels under control, as any fluctuations in your blood sugar levels may cause serious problems. Therefore, do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor.| What is the most important information I should know about Aglipt-OD Tablet?::: Aglipt-OD Tablet is safe to use if taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. However, in rare cases, some serious side effects can also be observed. In some people, Aglipt-OD Tablet may cause inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis), which could be severe and can even lead to death. If you experience severe and persistent pain in your stomach area (abdomen), stop the medication and immediately contact your doctor. This means the heart is not able to pump blood well enough; therefore, inform your doctor if you have or ever had heart problems before you start taking Aglipt-OD Tablet. In addition to that, problems related to the kidneys should also be discussed with the doctor.
Aglipt-OD Tablet is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas and decreasing the hormones that raise blood sugar levels. This reduces the fasting and post-meal sugar levels.
-Disopyramide (Oral Route): Severe
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as confusion, headache, nausea, dizziness or faintness and consult your doctor if you experience them. Concurrent use may increase the risk of low blood sugar levels. Elderly, malnourished, diabetic individuals and those with kidney and heart dysfunction are at higher risk.
| -Asparaginase (Injection Route): Moderate
Your doctor may monitor your diabetic control closely and adjust the doses as per the observations. Concurrent use may interfere with control over blood sugar.
| -Fenfluramine (Oral Route): Moderate
Your doctor may monitor your diabetic control closely and adjust the doses as per the observations. Concurrent use may interfere with control over blood sugar.
| -Bortezomib (Injection Route): Moderate
Your doctor may monitor blood pressure and adjust the dose, if required. Concurrent use may cause low blood pressure.
| -Asenapine (Oral Route): Moderate
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels frequently and adjust the doses as per the observations. Concurrent use may increase the risk of high blood sugar levels.