GETZID MR 60mg Tablet

Frequently asked questions

• Onset of action

  The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

• Duration of Effect

  The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.

• Safe with Alchohol?

  Consumption of alcohol during treatment with this medicine may increase the risk of severe side effects. These side effects may include confusion, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, weakness, and fainting. It is advised that you should avoid alcohol and not to perform activities which require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle and operating machinery when taking these medicines together.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported

• Usage in pregnancy?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Usage while breast-feeding?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Allergy

  This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to GETZID MR 60mg Tablet or any other inactive ingredient present in the formulation.

• Diabetic ketoacidosis

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with diabetic ketoacidosis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

• Severe kidney impairment

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe impairment of kidney function due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.

• Severe Hepatic impairment

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe impairment of hepatic function due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.

• Pregnancy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Breast-feeding

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Hypoglycemia

  This medicine should be administered with caution in patients prone to having hypoglycemic episodes due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required basedThis medicine should be administered with caution in patients prone to having hypoglycemic episodes due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.on the clinical condition.

• Use in children

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

• Driving or Operating machinery

  Use of this medicine may cause blurred vision or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Take this medicine as prescribed by the doctor. Your dose is likely to change over time based on therapeutic response and clinical condition. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended during treatment with this medicine. You should always carry a sugar candy with you to counteract an unexpected lowering of blood sugar levels. Do not change the dose or duration of use without consulting your doctor. This medicine will show better results if you maintain a strict exercise and diet regimen. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects.

• To be taken with food
• To be taken as instructed by doctor
• May cause sleepiness

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