Vokanamet 50/500mg Tablet 60s

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus Vokanamet 50mg/500mg 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. 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. This medicine will reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed because it is protecting your future health.

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Urinary tract infection, Abnormal urination, Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Flatulence, Weakness, Indigestion, Headache']

Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Vokanamet 50mg/500mg Tablet can be taken it with or without food, although it's advisable to take it consistently at the same time.

Vokanamet 50mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines. Canagliflozin works by removing excess sugar from your body through urine. Metformin is also an anti-diabetic medication (biguanide). It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying sugar (glucose) absorption from intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. This is how it helps to control the level of blood sugar in the body.

Alcohol

Unsafe: Avoid consuming alcohol with Vokanamet 50mg/500mg Tablet as it is deemed unsafe.

Pregnancy

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Vokanamet 50mg/500mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

Not Safe: Vokanamet 50mg/500mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

Not Safe: Vokanamet 50mg/500mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

Not Safe: Vokanamet 50mg/500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Doctor consultation is advised.

Liver

Caution Advised: Vokanamet 50mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Vokanamet 50mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.

Store in a cool and dry place, and keep the temperature below 30�C

Vokanamet 50mg/500mg Tablet is prescribed to control blood sugar and avoid long-term complications. Take Vokanamet 50mg/500mg Tablet after you have eaten a meal or with a snack, as this will reduce the chance of an upset stomach. It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal. Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, cold sweats, tremor, and anxiety. It is important for you to take care of the skin on your lower limbs and to report any sores or signs of infection to your doctor. Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.

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