Cetapin XR 1000 tablet contains metformin, an anti-diabetic agent as its active ingredient. It is used to treat high blood sugar levels when diet and exercise do not provide optimal outcomes. Metformin acts on the intestine by decreasing the absorption of glucose, thus reducing the glucose production from the liver, which results in increased uptake of sugar by the body cells. You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor, preferably after meals.
Uses- Cetapin XR 1000 tablet is used to treat Type 2 diabetes mellitus in overweight patients when dietary changes and exercise fail to achieve satisfactory glycaemic control.
Contraindications- If you are allergic to Metformin or any other ingredients of Cetapin XR 1000 tablet.
- If you have kidney failure.
- If you have several conditions such as dehydration, shock and severe infection.
- If you have an acid-base imbalance in the body or diabetes complications such as diabetic ketoacidosis.
- If you have conditions such as heart failure, lung failure, shock, heart attack.
- If you have liver disease.
- If you had unconsciousness due to either extremely high or low blood sugar levels.
Side effects- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal pain
- Loss of appetite
- Taste disturbance