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Azulix 1 MF Tablet

Name: Azulix 1 MF Tablet
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Overview

Azulix Mf Tablet is an oral anti-diabetic medicine containing glimepiride and metformin. It is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus condition, where the blood sugar level is above normal. This medicine decreases blood glucose levels.

Take this medicine as advised by the doctor, along with a healthy diet and regular exercise. Azulix Mf Tablet should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Before starting this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Also, inform about your detailed medical history. While taking this medicine it is essential to make certain lifestyle modifications such as consuming a healthy and balanced diet, staying active, quitting smoking and regularly checking your blood sugar. This may help to manage your diabetes and improve your health.

Usage Instructions

Directions for Use

Azulix Mf Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
It should be consumed as a whole without chewing or crushing, with a sufficient amount of water and food.
It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Safety Information

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Azulix Mf Tablet during pregnancy?

It is advisable not to use this medicine during pregnancy as this medicine may harm your unborn baby.
If you have diabetes and happen to be pregnant, your doctor may shift you from this medicine to insulin injections.
Inform your doctor if you are planning a pregnancy or are pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Azulix Mf Tablet while breastfeeding?

It is advisable not to breastfeed during the treatment with Azulix Mf Tablet as it may harm the baby.
Consult your doctor for more information on the use of this medicine while breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Azulix Mf Tablet?

It can cause low blood sugar levels which can lead to drowsiness, unconsciousness or confusion. These can be dangerous while driving.
Consult your doctor whether you can drive a car if you have frequent episodes of hypoglycemia.
Keep a juice or chocolate in the car close to you while driving, in case you start feeling any of the above symptoms of hypoglycemia, immediately have a juice or chocolate.
Note that artificial sweeteners are not of any use in such scenarios.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Azulix Mf Tablet?

It is advisable not to consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Alcohol alters the way this medicine works.
Be cautious not to consume alcohol on an empty stomach. Alcohol increases the risk of low blood sugar.
Excessive consumption of alcohol when taking this medicine can cause a serious complication known as ketoacidosis.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You experience extreme hunger, headache, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, restlessness, aggression, reduced alertness, confusion, shakiness or dizziness. These could be signs of low blood sugar. If you have any of these, immediately have sugar or sweet juice. Inform your doctor as you may need a change in your medicine's dose.
You are experiencing pins-and-needles sensation, numbness and weakness.
You are going to have a diagnostic imaging test that involves an injection of iodine.
You have dehydration due to diarrhoea, vomiting or limited fluid intake.
You have suffered through trauma.
You have to undergo surgery in the near future.
You have serious kidney and liver problems.
You have a thyroid disorder.
You are overweight (specific diet restriction may be suggested).

Dosage

Overdose

Overdose of Azulix Mf Tablet may lead to severe hypoglycemia and lactic acidosis (Excessive lactic acid build-up) & (low blood sugar).
This can result in headache, nausea, vomiting, sleep disturbances, restlessness, impaired alertness and reactions, depression, confusion, dizziness, etc.
If you experience these, immediately take glucose or juice or sugar-containing products (Sugar candy).
Contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital as you may require close monitoring for the next few hours.

Missed a Dose

A missed dose may lead to high blood sugar levels, which includes symptoms like feeling thirsty, excessive urination, loss of appetite, drowsiness, a fruity smell from breath, etc.
If you missed any dose of Azulix Mf Tablet, take it as soon as you remember it.
If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

This combination is known to control blood sugar to a greater extent than metformin or glimepiride alone. Glimiperide lowers the blood sugar level increasing release of insulin hormone from the pancreas.
Insulin moves sugar (glucose) from the blood into the cells.
Metformin decreases the absorption in the intestine and production of sugar by the liver.
Both of these components are known to increase the insulin sensitivity of the body (allows the cells of the body to use blood glucose more effectively, reducing blood sugar).

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What diet should I follow?

A diet should be high in fibre, low in fat with adequate protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals
Maintain the regular meal timings and try to have soups and salads
Diet should include boiled, steamed, or baked food
Ensure moderate use of edible oils (groundnut oil, olive oil), very less use of ghee and butter
Drink at least 8-10 glass of water daily
Carry fruit or low calorie high fibre biscuits while travelling

What should I avoid being a diabetic patient?

Do not shop when you are hungry. You could be tempted to buy oily and fried food
Avoid overeating
Avoid maida, white bread, potato, noodles, corn flakes, poori, biryani, naan, fried rice, etc
Stop having daals with ghee, deep-fried pulses
Avoid cream soups, carrot juice, deep-fried vegetables, vegetable curries with excess oil.

My blood sugar falls too often, what could be the reason?

Avoid skipping meals, fasting, too much alcohol intake, taking alcohol on an empty stomach and taking double dose
If you are taking any medicines mentioned in the drug interaction section, you need to inform your doctor
Always keep a juice or sugar candy with you, in case you experience symptoms of hypoglycemia like headache, irritability, drowsiness, reduced alertness or nausea, immediately have the juice or glucose
Do not have artificial sweeteners in this situation
If such episodes happen too often, inform your doctor as you may need a decrease in the dose of this medicine.

When should I take Azulix Mf Tablet?

You should take Azulix Mf Tablet as advised by the doctor. It would be best if you take it during breakfast or the first main meal. Try to take the medicine at the same time every day.

What is the composition of Azulix Mf Tablet?

The composition of Azulix Mf Tablet includes - glimepiride and metformin, as its active components.

What is Azulix Mf Tablet used for?

Azulix Mf Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus; when diet, exercise and Glimepiride or Metformin alone is not able to control the blood sugar levels adequately.

What is the dose of Azulix Mf Tablet?

The doctor will decide the specific dose for a specific duration depending upon the severity of the underlying condition. Please do not modify the dose or stop it before the prescribed duration, even if you feel better.

How many tablets of the Azulix Mf Tablet I should take in a day?

The frequency of taking Azulix Mf Tablet will be decided by your doctor based on your age, weight, current regimen, blood sugar level and its control along with comorbidities present. The regimen varies from person to person.

Can I Stop taking Azulix Mf Tablet on my own?

No, you should not discontinue the treatment on your own. Keep taking this tablet even if your symptoms improve to help keep the disease under control as advised by your doctor for the specified duration. Gradual weening of the medication should be done to avoid adverse effects.

How does Azulix Mf Tablet work?

Azulix Mf Tablet is known to control blood sugar to a greater extent than metformin or glimepiride alone. Glimepiride lowers the blood sugar level increasing release of insulin hormone from the pancreas.
Insulin moves sugar (glucose) from the blood into the cells.
Metformin decreases the absorption in the intestine and production of sugar by the liver.
Both of these components are known to increase the insulin sensitivity of the body (allows the cells of the body to use blood glucose more effectively, reducing blood sugar).

Does Azulix Mf Tablet cause low blood sugar level?

Sometimes it may increase the risk of drop in blood sugar level as a side effect. So try to take your meals on time while taking Azulix Mf Tablet. However, if you experience any symptoms related to hypoglycaemia such as drowsiness, unconsciousness, confusion etc, immediately drink the juice or eat the chocolate bar. Note that artificial sweeteners are not of any use in such scenarios. Always keep a juice or a bar of chocolate in the car close to you while driving or if you have frequent episodes of hypoglycaemia.