Azukon-M Tablet (Gliclazide 80mg / Metformin 500mg)

Description

Azukon 80 MG Tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine used in the treatment of type 2 Diabetes mellitus (high levels of sugar in the blood). It helps in controlling blood sugar levels and prevents complications of diabetes such as blindness, kidney damage, stroke (reduced blood supply to your brain), and heart attack. The medicine helps in the production of insulin (a hormone that regulates sugar levels in your blood), which reduces the excess blood sugar levels in your body.

Azukon 80 MG Tablet shows side effects like indigestion and upset stomach. This medicine can occasionally cause low blood sugar levels, the signs being sweating, dizziness, and shivering. To avoid these side effects, eat your meals on time and carry a sugar source (sweets or fruit juice) for immediate relief. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it. Alcohol should be avoided while using this medicine as it can lower your blood glucose levels.

Azukon 80 MG Tablet is recommended to be taken 30 minutes before breakfast. Do not chew or crush the tablet. Take Azukon 80 MG Tablet as per the prescription. For the ease of remembering, take this tablet around the same time every day. Do not stop taking this medicine unless advised by your doctor, even if your sugar levels are normal.

Azukon 80 MG Tablet should not be taken if you have type 1 diabetes (a condition where your body is unable to produce insulin, hence you have to take insulin injections), diabetic ketoacidosis (high amounts of acid in your blood) or severe kidney or liver problems. Inform your doctor about any history of heart problems before taking this medication. If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Azukon 80 MG Tablet
Glicron 80 MG Tablet
Cipla Ltd.
Glizid 80 MG Tablet
Panacea Biotec Ltd.
Glygard 80 MG Tablet
Cipla Ltd.
Nuzide 80 MG Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
GLYCINORM 80 mg TABLET
Ipca Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Azukon 80 MG Tablet
Dizziness
Nausea or vomiting
Confusion
Weakness
Sweating
Changes in vision
Decreased heartbeat
Stomach pain
Constipation
Skin rash
Elevated liver enzymes
Low blood sugar levels

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Uses of Azukon 80 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Type II Diabetes Mellitus
Type II Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a condition caused by excess blood sugar levels in your body. This is due to a decreased production of insulin (a hormone that regulates your blood sugar levels) and also due to decreased response of your body to insulin. Azukon 80 MG Tablet is used in type II Diabetes. It works by increasing the release of insulin from your pancreas which helps in lowering your blood sugar levels.

When not to use?

Allergy
Do not take Azukon 80 MG Tablet if you have any allergy to it. Inform your doctor if you experience any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rashes, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness or breathing difficulty etc.
Diabetic ketoacidosis
Diabetic ketoacidosis is a complication of diabetes characterized by the overproduction of ketones (blood acids) in your body. Do not take Azukon 80 MG Tablet if you have diabetic ketoacidosis as it can progress to lactic acidosis (increased level of lactic acid in your blood) which is a major health concern.
Severe kidney impairment
Azukon 80 MG Tablet should not be taken if you have any kidney troubles. This medicine is excreted through urine and taking this medicine while you have pre-existing kidney problems can worsen the condition of your kidneys.
Severe liver impairment
Azukon 80 MG Tablet is absorbed in the liver and excreted through urine. If you have any liver problems, use this medicine with extreme caution as it may lead to accumulation and toxicity.