Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet

Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. It helps to maintain blood sugar levels and reduces the chances of developing serious complications of diabetes. Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It is to be taken with food, preferably at the same time each day. If you miss a dose, 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. It may cause side effects like taste change, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, and loss of appetite. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own. Please consult your doctor in case these do not resolve or persist for a longer duration. Before taking Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.

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Written by: Pankaj Kumar, B. Pharma

Reviewed by: Dr. Sarabjeet Kaur, MBBS

Last updated on: 28-10-2023

Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet

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Benefits of Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. It also improves the body?s response to the hormone insulin, which is responsible for regulating blood glucose (sugar) levels in our body. The insulin helps to lower your blood glucose levels and prevents them from rising after taking meals. It also contains Methylcobalamin, a form of vitamin B that helps protect nerve damage and treats symptoms such as numbness, tingling, burning, and needle-like sensations in the hands and feet. You should keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed. Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.

Side Effects of Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Taste change, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea, Stomach pain']

Directions for Use

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. Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How it works

Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Metformin and methylcobalamin which treat diabetes. Metformin is a biguanide which decreases the production and absorption of sugar in your body, and allows better use of existing insulin. Methylcobalamin is a form of vitamin B which helps in the production of myelin, a substance that protects nerve fibers and rejuvenates damaged nerve cells.

Alcohol

Alcohol

UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Driving

CAUTION - Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION - Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.

Liver

Liver

CAUTION - Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What If You Forget to take Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet?

Arkamet M 500mg/750mcg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps to lower the high blood sugar levels and prevents long-term complications. This medicine also prevents the deficiency of vitamin B12. It should be used along with a proper diet and regular exercise for best results. It should be taken with food to avoid the side effects of nausea and upset stomach.

Storage Advice

Store below 30°C

Manufacturer Address

H.NO.1-4-180/80/A, SAI BABA OFFICERS COLONY, SAINIKPURI KAPRA HYDERABAD TG 500094 IN , - , .

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