Mignar 25 Tablet (Miglitol 25mg)

Description

Mignar 25 mg Tablet is an antidiabetic medicine, which is used to control blood glucose levels. It is used only in patients diagnosed with Type II diabetes mellitus. It may be used in combination with other antidiabetic medicines. Patients are advised to follow a strict diet and exercise regimens along with this medicine to get the best possible effect. This medicine is not recommended for use in children.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Mignar 25 mg Tablet
Elitox 25 mg Tablet
Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd.
Glock 25 mg Tablet
Unichem Laboratories Ltd.
Glybloc 25 mg Tablet
Unichem Laboratories Ltd.
Migtor 25 mg Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Misobit 25 mg Tablet
Lupin Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Mignar 25 mg Tablet
Confusion
Dizziness and lightheadedness
Weakness
Shakiness or unsteady walking
Increased bowel movements
Stomach and abdominal pain
Excessive air or gas in stomach
Rash

Uses of Mignar 25 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Diabetes Type 2
This medicine is used along with an appropriate diet and exercise regimen to reduce blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

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When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of allergy to miglitol, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Diabetic ketoacidosis
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of Diabetic ketoacidosis, a life-threatening complication of diabetes mellitus.
Inflammatory bowel disease
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of inflammatory bowel disease, due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Intestinal Obstruction
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of intestinal Obstruction, due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Chronic intestinal diseases
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of chronic intestinal diseases, due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All 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. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Low blood glucose levels
This medicine should be used with caution due to an increased risk of low blood glucose levels. This risk is especially higher in patients on other anti-diabetic medicines. Frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments may be done based on the clinical condition.
Gastrointestinal disease
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with any gastrointestinal diseases like inflammatory bowel disease, colonic ulceration, partial intestinal obstruction, or any chronic intestinal disease. It is advised that you should inform the doctor about all your medical conditions before starting treatment with this medicine.
Kidney diseases
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. The dose of the medicine is likely to change based on your body’s response to therapy. It is advisable to undergo blood sugar tests at regular intervals to safely use this medicine. You should always carry a sugar candy with you to overcome the unexpected lowering of blood sugar levels. The schedule and duration of use should not be changed without consulting the doctor. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Report any adverse effects to the doctor on priority.