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Aristat 50 mg Tablet
Manufactured byMACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS PVT.LTD
ContainsEpalrestat
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Description
Aristat 50 mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of nerve pain that may occur due to diabetes (high blood sugar levels). It is one of the most common long-term complications associated with diabetes, as high blood sugar levels can lead to nerve damage. Aristat 50 mg Tablet relieves nerve pain by blocking the accumulation of Sorbitol (a chemical substance that causes nerve pain) in the nerve cells.
Aristat 50 mg Tablet shows side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you for a long time or become severe.
Aristat 50 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Your doctor will determine the dose and duration of treatment based on your condition. Take it at the same time every day for the ease of remembering. Avoid taking more than the prescribed dose. Avoid discontinuing this medicine without consulting your doctor, as it may further worsen your condition.
Aristat 50 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems.
Aristat 50 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Aristat 50 mg Tablet
Nausea and vomiting
Stomach discomfort
Weakness and general discomfort
Rash
Skin yellowing
Uses of Aristat 50 mg Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy refers to nerve damage due to diabetes (high blood sugar levels). The most common symptom of this condition is pain and numbness in the feet and hands. Aristat 50 mg Tablet is used for the treatment of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Aristat 50 mg Tablet to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which Aristat 50 mg Tablet remains active in your body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Aristat 50 mg Tablet.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Due to the lack of safety information regarding the use of Aristat 50 mg Tablet during pregnancy, consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the potential benefits are more than the risks.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Due to the lack of safety information regarding the use of Aristat 50 mg Tablet while breastfeeding, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the potential benefits are more than the risks.
Allergy
Aristat 50 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Due to the lack of safety information regarding the use of Aristat 50 mg Tablet during pregnancy, consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the potential benefits are more than the risks.
Breast-feeding
Due to the lack of safety information regarding the use of Aristat 50 mg Tablet while breastfeeding, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the potential benefits are more than the risks.
General warnings
Liver impairment
Aristat 50 mg Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause an increase in liver enzymes level. If you have liver problems, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Kidney impairment
Aristat 50 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney problems due to the lack of safety information regarding the use of this medicine in such conditions. If you have kidney problems, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Other medicines
Aristat 50 mg Tablet may affect or get affected by other medications that you are taking. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medications, including herbs and supplements, before starting the treatment with Aristat 50 mg Tablet.
Use in children
Aristat 50 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose of Aristat 50 mg Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor in case of an overdose of Aristat 50 mg Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Aristat 50 mg Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed.
Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen.
Avoid discontinuing this medicine without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen your condition.
Keep Aristat 50 mg Tablet away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that unused and expired medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Aristat 50 mg Tablet works by reducing the levels of Sorbitol (a chemical substance that is responsible for nerve pain) in the nerve cells.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Aldose reductase inhibitor
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 14 Feb 2022
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