Remogliflozin Etabonate
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Type 2 diabetes |
| Therapy | Anti-Diabetic |
| Side Effects | Headache, diarrhoea, cough, constipation, urinary tract infections, fever, drop in blood pressure on standing |
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Molecule Description
Remogliflozin Etabonate is used to treat type II diabetes in adult patients. It is an anti-diabetic medicine. Remogliflozin inhibits glucose re-absorption and increases glucose excretion through urine, thereby decreasing blood glucose levels. Remogliflozin Etabonate should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Avoid missing a dose or taking more than prescribed. Abrupt stopping of this medicine may result in increased blood sugar levels and complications such as harm to legs, eyesight, kidney and increase risk of infection. Thus, maintaining a healthy lifestyle by including exercise as well as dietary changes along with this medicine can help control your blood sugar levels. Also, keep a regular check blood sugar level throughout the treatment.
Uses
Remogliflozin Etabonate is used for the treatment of type II diabetes in adults when diet and exercise alone are not effective.
Contraindications
When should one not use Remogliflozin Etabonate
- If you are allergic to remogliflozin or any excipients present in Remogliflozin Etabonate.
- If you suffer from conditions that may alter kidney parameters like dehydration, shock or severe infection.
- If you ever had diabetic pre-coma.
- If you have experienced electrolyte disorder (body's acid-base imbalance).
- If you are an alcoholic or consume alcohol in excess regularly.
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Cough
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Drop in blood pressure when you stand up from a sitting or lying position
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Fever
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have any pre-existing medical condition such as liver or kidney problem, any kind of heart problem etc.
- You are on certain medications like water pills.
- You experience urinary tract infection after taking this medicine.
- It is advised to use the physical method of contraception instead of oral contraceptives, as it may alter the efficacy of oral contraceptives.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Remogliflozin selectively inhibits sodium-dependent glucose co-transporter member 2 (SGLT2) which subsequently inhibits glucose re-absorption and increases blood glucose excretion through urine. Thereby, helps in decreasing blood glucose levels in the blood.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines affect the way Remogliflozin Etabonate works or the medicine itself reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Inform the doctor regarding the medicines, supplements or herbals you take or might take to avoid possible interaction.
- In particular, if you are taking any other anti-diabetic medicine like glimepiride, oral contraceptives or any other non-hormonal alternatives for birth control, water pills, etc.
Dosage
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhoea, dizziness, etc. In case of an overdose, consult your physician immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose of Remogliflozin Etabonate, take it as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for your next dose, 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.
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