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Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet

Manufactured bySUN PHARMA LABORATORIES LTD
ContainsDapagliflozin (5 mg) + Metformin (1000 mg)
Description
Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet is a combination of Dapagliflozin and Metformin. It is an anti-diabetic medicine used for the treatment of type II diabetes (improper way of regulating or using sugar in your body) in adults. Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet works by lowering the blood sugar level in your body. Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet may cause side effects like increased thirst, constipation, dry mouth, etc. These side effects may subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if it bothers you for a longer time or worsens. Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet is a prescription medicine. It should be taken with food or as directed by your doctor. Your doctor will suggest the dose and duration depending on the severity of your condition. It is not safe to take more than the recommended dose. Take it every day at the same time for the ease of remembering and for its effectiveness. Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet may show best results when taken along with proper diet and exercise. Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet is not recommended for use if you have type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. It is not safe to use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data for use is not available. Inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney problems, including all your health issues and the medicines you use. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before using Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet

  • Increased thirst
  • Dry mouth
  • Constipation
  • Indigestion
  • Headache
  • Diarrhoea
  • Chest pain
  • Skin rash

Uses of Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Type II Diabetes Mellitus
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The onset of action of Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    It is not recommended to consume alcohol during treatment with Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet as it alters the blood sugar level and also makes the blood acidic which may lead to severe side effects.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendencies were reported for Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet is not recommended for use in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet is not recommended for use if you are breastfeeding due to serious side effects. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet 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.

Type 1 Diabetes mellitus

Type 1 diabetes, also known as insulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin. Symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination, hunger, fatigue, and blurred vision. Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet is not recommended if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet is not recommended for use in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet is not recommended for use if you are breastfeeding due to serious side effects. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Dehydration

Use of Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet may lead to dehydration. In case of severe diarrhoea, vomiting, reduced fluid intake, and fever, consult your doctor immediately.

Lactic acidosis

Use of Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet may cause lactic acidosis. It is a condition of acid built up in your body characterized by low oxygen level, muscle cramps, abdominal pain, etc. If you experience these symptoms consult your doctor on priority.

Amputaion

Use Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet with caution as it increases the lower leg amputation (removal of limb). The risk is higher when you previously had a leg amputation, foot ulcer, nerve damage, circulatory (blood flow), and heart problem.

Surgery

Use of Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet is to be discontinued at the time of surgery under anaesthesia (agent used to numb the body to pain sensation). Therapy should not be restarted within 48 hours of surgery. Your doctor may suggest a test to closely monitor your kidney function and check its stability in order to restart the therapy.

Use in children

Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet is not recommended for use in children less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Driving and operating machines

Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet may cause dizziness. Hence, avoid driving or operating machines after taking this medicine.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the recommended dose. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose with Oxramet 5/1000 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

N/A

Instructions

It is not recommended to consume alcohol during treatment with Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet as it alters the blood sugar level and also makes the blood acidic which may lead to severe side effects.
Interaction with Medicine

Furosemide

Digoxin

Carbamazepine

Gatifloxacin

Ciprofloxacin

Amlodipine

Disease interactions

Kidney dysfunction

Use Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet with caution if you have a kidney problem due to the increased risk of severe side effects. Your doctor may suggest close monitoring of kidney function if necessary while receiving this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is mostly advised to take along with the meal. Your dose is likely to change over time based on your therapeutic response and clinical condition. Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet. Avoid the discontinuation of Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet without consulting your doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Do not change the dose or duration of use without consulting your doctor. If you experience very low blood sugar levels and feel hungry, anxious, or dizzy, it is recommended to take sugar-containing fruits or drinks to balance it.
Miscelleneous

Food timings: Information not available

Administration time: Information not available

Sleep inducing: Information not available

How it works
Oxramet 5/1000 Tablet is a combination of Dapagliflozin and Metformin. Dapagliflozin reduces glucose reabsorption from the kidneys and lowers blood glucose levels. Metformin decreases glucose production in your liver and decreases glucose absorption from the intestine making it more sensitive to insulin.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Antidiabetic combinations, SGLT-2 inhibitors

Schedule

Schedule H

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