DIGLIDE Tablet 10's

Introduction About DIGLIDE TABLET

DIGLIDE TABLET contains Metformin which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-diabetic agents. It is used to manage type II diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise alone does not result in adequate blood sugar control.

Type II diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease characterized by abnormally high levels of glucose in the blood. It is caused due to inadequate production of a hormone called insulin (produced by pancreas to metabolize glucose) in the body or due to inadequate sensitivity of body cells to the actions of insulin.

DIGLIDE TABLET works by making your body utilize more amount of circulating blood glucose. It is suitable for use both in adults and in children (aged 10 years or older).

Along with the therapy, your doctor might ask you to make certain lifestyle changes such as following a healthy diet, regular physical exercise and quitting alcohol consumption.

Before taking DIGLIDE TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have any severe systemic infections or are severely dehydrated due to excessive vomiting or diarrhea recently.

DIGLIDE TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe uncontrollable diabetes. It is also not suitable for use in patients with shock or problems with breathing or blood circulation.

Consult your doctor before taking DIGLIDE TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

The most common side effects of taking DIGLIDE TABLET are nausea, stomach upset and diarrhea. These side effects can be controlled when DIGLIDE TABLET is taken along with meals. However, if these side effect bothers you or worsens contact your doctor.   

Uses Of DIGLIDE TABLET

It is used in adults and in children (aged 10 years or older) to manage:

• Type II diabetes mellitus

How DIGLIDE TABLET Works

DIGLIDE TABLET is an antidiabetic medicine. It makes the body more sensitive to insulin (a hormone involved in glucose metabolism). This helps our body cells to utilize more amount of the circulating blood glucose, thereby reducing blood sugar levels. Additionally, it also manages glucose production by the liver and reduces its absoprtion in the body.

How to use DIGLIDE TABLET

Take DIGLIDE TABLET preferably after meals or as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking DIGLIDE TABLET unless your doctor advice you to stop.

Side Effects Of DIGLIDE TABLET

How To Manage Side Effects

Diarrhea

Hydrate yourself by drinking plenty of fluids, such as water or fruit juices. Consuming ORS can also be beneficial. Do not self-manage diarrhea on your own. Consult your doctor if your diarrhea becomes uncontrollable.

Nausea And Vomiting

Take DIGLIDE TABLET with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if your nausea worsens.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

Monitoring required

DIGLIDE TABLET should be used during pregnancy only if it is considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking DIGLIDE TABLET if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby.

Breastfeeding

Contraindicated

DIGLIDE TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. However, consult your doctor before taking it.

Driving and Using Machines

Use with Caution

Do not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if your ability is affected by DIGLIDE TABLET.

Alcohol

Consult your doctor

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking DIGLIDE TABLET as it may increase the risk of unwanted side effects.

Kidney

Contraindicated

DIGLIDE TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney problems (including kidney infections). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Liver

Consult your doctor

DIGLIDE TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver problems. It should be used with caution in patients with other liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Allergy

Contraindicated

Do not take DIGLIDE TABLET if you are allergic to Metformin.

Lungs

Contraindicated

DIGLIDE TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe infection of lungs or respiratory tract. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Heart Disease

Contraindicated

DIGLIDE TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with heart problems (such as acute heart failure or a recent heart attack). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Use In Pediatrics

Consult your doctor

DIGLIDE TABLET should be used in children and adolescents (aged 10 years or older) only if prescribed by the physician. It is not recommended for use in children (aged below 10 years). However, consult your doctor before taking it.

Use In Geriatrics

Use with Caution

DIGLIDE TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking DIGLIDE TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:

• other medicines used to manage diabetes (Ex. teneligliptin, rosiglitazone, pioglitazone, glimepiride)
• diuretics (used to reduce edema and to manage hypertension) Ex. furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide
• medicines used to manage pain and inflammation (such as ibuprofen and celecoxib)
• medicines used to manage high blood pressure (such as atenolol, propranolol, captopril, enalapril, ramipril, lisinopril, losartan, valsartan, olmesartan, telmisartan)
• medicines used to manage asthma (Ex. salbutamol or terbutaline)
• corticosteroids (used to manage pain and inflammation) Ex. hydrocortisone, prednisolone
• verapamil (a medicine used to manage heart problems)
• rifampicin (a medicine used to manage tuberculosis)
• cimetidine (a medicine used to manage stomach ulcer)
• dolutegravir (a medicine used to manage HIV infection)
• ranolazine (a medicine used to manage chest pain)
• trimethoprim (a medicine used to manage bacterial infection)
• vandetanib, crizotinib and olaparib (medicines used to manage cancer)
• isavuconazole (a medicine used to manage fungal infection)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take more DIGLIDE TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are vomiting, stomach pain with muscle cramps, feeling generally unwell with severe tiredness and difficulty in breathing.

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep DIGLIDE TABLET out of the sight and reach of children
• Store DIGLIDE TABLET below 30°C

FAQs About DIGLIDE TABLET

Q: What is DIGLIDE TABLET used for?

A: DIGLIDE TABLET is an antidiabetic medicine used to manage type II diabetes mellitus when diet, exercise and lifestyle changes alone does not result in adequate response.

Q: How and when to take DIGLIDE TABLET?

A: Take DIGLIDE TABLET preferably after meals or as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not cursh or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Q: How long should I take DIGLIDE TABLET?

A: You need to take DIGLIDE TABLET as long as your doctor or physician prescribes you the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Q: What is the best time to take DIGLIDE TABLET?

A: DIGLIDE TABLET must be taken with meals to avoid gastrointestinal side effects.

Q: What to do if I forgot to take a dose of DIGLIDE TABLET?

A: If you forgot to take a dose of DIGLIDE TABLET, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose of DIGLIDE TABLET, skip the missed dose and take the next one regularly. Do not take a double dose of DIGLIDE TABLET to compensate the missed ones.  

Q: What are the most common side effects of taking DIGLIDE TABLET?

A: The most common side effects of taking DIGLIDE TABLET are nausea, stomach upset and diarrhea. These side effects can be controlled when DIGLIDE TABLET is taken along with meals. However, if these side effect bothers you or worsens contact your doctor.

Q: Can I stop taking DIGLIDE TABLET without consulting your doctor?

A: No. You should not stop taking DIGLIDE TABLET without consulting your doctor because it may lead to reversal of symptoms. If you feel better after using DIGLIDE TABLET, consult your doctor for advice.

Q: Will taking a higher dose of DIGLIDE TABLET be more effective?

A: No, taking a higher dose of DIGLIDE TABLET will not be effective rather it can lead to toxicity. Always take the dose prescribed by your doctor. If the prescribed dose is not effective for you, consult your doctor for advice. Your doctor might increase the dose or suggest an alternative therapy.

Q: What precautions do I need to follow while taking DIGLIDE TABLET?

A: Before taking DIGLIDE TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have any severe systemic infections or are severely dehydrated due to excessive vomiting or diarrhea recently. Along with the therapy, follow the diet and lifestyle changes advised by your doctor to achieve better results. Consult your doctor before taking DIGLIDE TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Q: Can I take medication for high blood pressure along with DIGLIDE TABLET?

A: It is not advisable to take medicines to control blood pressure while taking DIGLIDE TABLET without consulting your doctor. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking any antihypertensive such as beta blockers (Ex. atenolol, propranolol) along with DIGLIDE TABLET as they have known interactions with DIGLIDE TABLET.

Q: What should I do if I experience low blood sugar after taking DIGLIDE TABLET?

A: DIGLIDE TABLET is unlikely to cause low blood sugar unless combined with other anti-diabetic medicine. However, if you experience any signs of low blood sugar levels (such as increased hunger, sweating, shakiness, weakness or an irregular heartbeat), consume a sugary snack or sugar drink immediately. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not improve.

Q: Can DIGLIDE TABLET be taken with insulin?

A: Co-administration of DIGLIDE TABLET with insulin is considered risky as they are increased chances of hypoglycemia (decreased blood sugar levels). Consult your doctor before taking it.

Q: Can DIGLIDE TABLET be used in pregnant women?

A: DIGLIDE TABLET should be used during pregnancy only if it is considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice.

Q: How to take DIGLIDE TABLET?

A: You must take DIGLIDE TABLET as advised by your physician. Try to take this medicine preferably after meals and swallow it with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

Q: How much DIGLIDE TABLET should I take?

A: DIGLIDE TABLET should be used only under medical supervision. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body condition and severity of the disease condition.

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Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Glucose-Fasting Blood
• Glucose-Postprandial Blood
• Glycosylated Hemoglobin

Author Details

Written By Dr. R. Dinesh John Rajkumar - Pharm.D

Reviewed For Accuracy By Dr. Jaya Prabakaran - MBBS, MD (Diabetology and Family Medicine)

Last updated on 18 Oct 2023 | 05:02 PM(IST)