Uses of Metformin+Miglitol

The combination of Metformin+Miglitol is used to manage type II diabetes mellitus along with diet and exercise.

Therapeutic Category

Metformin+Miglitol: Antidiabetic agents

How Metformin+Miglitol works

Metformin+Miglitol helps to control blood glucose levels, where metformin suppresses glucose production in liver, enhances insulin-mediated glucose uptake and distribution in skeletal muscle and fat and interferes with mitochondrial respiratory chain and promotes peripheral glucose utilization through anaerobic breakdown of glucose. Miglitol reversibly inhibits the membrane-bound intestinal a-glucoside hydrolase enzymes that hydrolyses carbohydrates to glucose in the brush border of the small intestine. This enzyme inhibition results in delayed glucose absorption and lowering of postprandial high blood glucose levels.

Common side effects of Metformin+Miglitol

• Nausea, vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Diarrhea, soft stools
• Stomach pain, flatulence
• Changes in taste

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor, if you experience:

• Lactic acidosis (signs include vomiting, stomach pain, muscle cramps, feeling generally unwell with severe tiredness, trouble breathing, reduced body temperature and heartbeat)
• Abnormalities in liver function tests or inflammation of liver (tiredness, loss of appetite, weight loss, with or without yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes)
• Dehydration (severe vomiting, diarrhea, fever, exposure to heat or if you drink less liquid than normal)

Health Tips for Metformin+Miglitol

• Always take Metformin+Miglitol as prescribed by your healthcare provider. It can be taken with or without food Do not skip doses or stop taking them without consulting your doctor
• Drink plenty of water while taking Metformin+Miglitol to help prevent dehydration
• Avoid alcohol while taking Metformin+Miglitol as it can reduce their effectiveness and may cause adverse reactions
• Eating a balanced diet, getting enough rest, and managing stress can support your body's ability
• Regularly check your blood sugar levels as recommended by your healthcare provider
• Attend follow-up appointments as scheduled to monitor your progress
• Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding women