I FORLIN 500mg Tablet 10's

Introduction About I FORLIN 500MG TABLET

I FORLIN 500MG TABLET contains Imeglimin, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antidiabetic agents. It is used in the management of diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise fail to control blood glucose levels.

During management with I FORLIN 500MG TABLET, your doctor will check your kidney function regularly because excretion of this drug may be delayed, and blood concentration may increase. I FORLIN 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before taking it.

I FORLIN 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease, severe ketosis, diabetic coma or diabetic precoma, type 1 diabetes, or a severe infection. Consult a doctor before taking it. The most common side effects of taking I FORLIN 500MG TABLET are hypoglycemia symptoms, which include weakness, severe hunger, and sweating. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.

Uses Of I FORLIN 500MG TABLET

• To manage type II diabetes mellitus

How I FORLIN 500MG TABLET Works

I FORLIN 500MG TABLET which helps to exerts a blood glucose lowering effect through a glucose level-dependent insulin secretion-promoting effect and an insulin resistance-improving effect, and it stimulates its effect via an action on mitochondria.

How to use I FORLIN 500MG TABLET

Take I FORLIN 500MG TABLET, preferably with 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 on your age, body weight, and disease condition.

Side Effects Of I FORLIN 500MG TABLET

How To Manage Side Effects

Constipation

Include fiber-rich foods in your diet, such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole-grain cereals, and drink plenty of fluids. Exercise more regularly and stay active. Contact your doctor if constipation persists.

Diarrhea

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juices, to keep yourself hydrated. Do not take any medicine on your own to manage diarrhea. Contact your doctor if your diarrhea does not improve.

Hypoglycemia

Have foods rich in sugars, such as fruit juices, glucose drinks, candies, honey, or biscuits. Check your blood sugar after 10 minutes. If you have not reached your optimum level, take another sugary snack or drink and check your blood sugar levels once again. Contact your doctor if there is no improvement in your condition.

Indigestion

Eat smaller and more frequent meals. Eat and drink slowly, and exercise regularly. If the indigestion does not improve, contact your doctor.

Nausea And Vomiting

Take I FORLIN 500MG TABLET with a meal. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy food. Contact your doctor if your nausea and vomiting do not improve.

Stomach Pain

Rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller and more frequent meals. Keep a heating pad on your stomach. Do not self-manage on your own, consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve on its own.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

Contraindicated

I FORLIN 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use by pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Breastfeeding

Contraindicated

I FORLIN 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Driving and Using Machines

Use with Caution

Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy after taking I FORLIN 500MG TABLET.

Alcohol

Consult your doctor

Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medicine, as it may lead to unwanted side effects.

Kidney

Contraindicated

I FORLIN 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease due to a lack of safety data. Consult a doctor before taking it.

Liver

Use with Caution

I FORLIN 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Allergy

Contraindicated

Do not take I FORLIN 500MG TABLET if you are allergic to imeglimin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

Use In Pediatrics

Contraindicated

I FORLIN 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use with children due to a lack of safety data.

Use In Geriatrics

Use with Caution

I FORLIN 500MG TABLET should be used with caution with elderly patients. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking I FORLIN 500MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines, such as:

• Insulin preparations, sulfonylureas, or rapid-acting insulin secretagogues, biguanide (other medicines used to manage diabetes mellitus); Ex. glipizide, tolbutamide, glibenclamide, lepaglutide, metformin, and pioglitazone
• Βeta-blockers (medicines used in the management of cardiovascular disorders) Ex. atenolol, metoprolol
• Salicylic acid agents Ex. aspirin (used to manage pain and fever)
• Monoamine-oxidase inhibitors (medicines used in the management of depression) Ex. isocarboxazid, phenelzine
• Adrenaline adrenocortical hormone (medicines used in the management of seizures)
• Thyroid hormone, Ex. levothyroxine (a medicine used to manage hypothyroidism)
• Diuretics (medicines that increase urine production) Ex. furosemide

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more I FORLIN 500MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

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FAQs About I FORLIN 500MG TABLET

Q: How do I take I FORLIN 500MG TABLET?

A: Take I FORLIN 500MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Take I FORLIN 500MG TABLET twice daily in the morning and evening, or as directed by the doctor. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition.

Q: Is I FORLIN 500MG TABLET safe to use during pregnancy?

A: I FORLIN 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you are pregnant. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby before taking this medicine.

Q: What if I forget to take I FORLIN 500MG TABLET?

A: If you miss a dose of I FORLIN 500MG TABLET, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Q: How does I FORLIN 500MG TABLET work?

A: I FORLIN 500MG TABLET is a drug that exerts a blood glucose lowering effect through a glucose level-dependent insulin secretion-promoting effect and an insulin resistance-improving effect, and it stimulates its effect via an action on mitochondria.

Q: What are the side effects of taking I FORLIN 500MG TABLET?

A: The most common side effects of taking I FORLIN 500MG TABLET are hypoglycemia symptoms, which include weakness, severe hunger, and sweating. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.

References

1. Doupis J, Baris N, Avramidis K. Imeglimin: A New Promising and Effective Weapon in the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes. Touch Reviews in Endocrinology. November 2021. [Accessed on 23rd December 2023] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8676108/

2. Imeglimin. TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. [Revised in December 2022] [Accessed on 23rd December 2023] https://www.torrentian.com/pisheet/Upload/PI_Sheet/3129.pdf

Author Details

Written By Dr. Janet.C - Pharm.D

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

Last updated on 08 Jul 2024 | 10:31 AM(IST)