Ziten M 20/500mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
Medical Description
Ziten M Tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine containing a combination of two medicines - Teneligliptin and Metformin. It is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise alone are not effective. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it or are a type 1 diabetes patient. Take this medicine in doses and duration as prescribed by the doctor. Do not miss any dose or consume more than that prescribed. Before starting Ziten M Tablet, inform the doctor about your medical history & all the medicines you take. Zita Met Plus 20/500 tablets, Tendia M tablets, Dynaglipt M tablets and Teniva M tablets are a few other examples of a combination of Teneligliptin and Metformin.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹277.20 |
You Save | ₹37.80 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Teneligliptin(20.0 Mg) + Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Type 2 diabetes mellitus |
Side effects | Low blood sugar, headache, nausea, vomiting |
Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
Uses of ZITEN M 20/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Contraindications of ZITEN M 20/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
- If you are allergic to Teneligliptin or Metformin or any of the ingredient of Ziten M Tablet.
- If you have type 1 diabetes.
- If you are in a state of diabetic coma due to a sudden rise or drop in blood sugar level.
- If you have a severe infection.
- If you have undergone surgery or stress.
Side effects of ZITEN M 20/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea, gas
- Loss of appetite
- Tiredness
- Sore throat
- Low blood sugar level
Precautions and Warnings of ZITEN M 20/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a liver or heart problem like irregular heartbeat, heart failure.
- You have an irregular diet, habit of excessive alcohol intake, intense muscular movement.
- You ever had any surgery on your stomach.
- You are using insulin secretagogue like sulfonylurea because it can cause a drop in blood sugar level.
Directions for Use of ZITEN M 20/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Storage and disposal of ZITEN M 20/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
- Store Ziten M Tablet in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
- Do not use expired medicines. Discard any unused medicine properly, do not flush in the toilet or throw it into the drain.
Dosage of ZITEN M 20/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Overdose
- In the case of overdose, lactic acidosis may occur (symptoms include stomach discomfort, decreased appetite, diarrhoea, fast or shallow breathing, muscle pain or cramps, sleepiness, tiredness, weakness)....
- You must seek immediate emergency medical care if you suspect an overdose with Ziten M Tablet.
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of ZITEN M 20/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
How Does It Work?
Interactions of ZITEN M 20/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS
Interactions with other medicines
- You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparation and supplements to avoid any interaction.
- Ziten M Tablet should be used with cautious along with medicine that enhance your blood sugar lowering effect like Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Propranolol and medicines that reduce your blood sugar lowering effect like steroids, etc....
- Medicines used to treat inflammation and pain (NSAID's) like ibuprofen and celecoxib should be used with caution.
- Medicines like verapamil (used to treat blood pressure and other heart problems), rifampicin (antibiotic), Olaparib (used in cancer treatment) when used concomitantly may reduce the effects of this medicine....
- Medicines used to treat inflammation associated with asthma and arthritis (corticosteroids) like betamethasone, prednisone should be cautiously used along with this medicine.
- Medicines like cimetidine, dolutegravir, ranolazine, may change the amount of metformin in your blood when taken concomitantly.
- Simultaneous use along with medicines used to treat high blood pressure like enalapril, captopril, candesartan, losartan may increase the risk of lactic acidosis (symptoms stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhoea)....
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What food items should I include in my diet?
- The diet should be high in fibre and low in fat with adequate protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals.
- Maintain regular meal timings and try to have 2-3 healthy snacks between meals like soups and salads.
- Include boiled, steamed or baked food.
- Ensure moderate use of edible oils (groundnut oil, olive oil)and very less use of ghee and butter.
- Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water daily.
- Carry fruit or low-calorie high-fibre biscuits while travelling.
Q: What should I avoid doing, being a diabetic patient?
- Do not shop when you are hungry. You could be tempted to buy oil and fried food.
- Avoid overeating.
- Avoid maida, white bread, potato, noodles, cornflakes, poori, biryani, naan, fried rice, etc.
- Stop having daals with ghee and deep-fried pulses.
- Avoid creams, soups, carrot juice, deep-fried vegetables and vegetable curries with excess oil.