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Asugar Benefits & Uses

Asugar is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Asugar Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Asugar Related Warnings

Is the use of Asugar safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Asugar has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Asugar safe during breastfeeding?

Asugar may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Asugar, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Asugar.

Moderate
What is the effect of Asugar on the Kidneys?

Using Asugar does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Asugar on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Asugar on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Asugar on the Heart?

You can take Asugar without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Asugar with Other Drugs

Asugar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Asugar Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Asugar unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Anemia
Shock
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Asugar

Is this Asugar habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Asugar.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Asugar since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Asugar is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Asugar is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Asugar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Asugar

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Asugar together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Asugar

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Asugar as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Asugar

Question about 5 years ago

How does Asugar increase lactic acidosis?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Lactic acidosis associated with Asugar treatment is a rare but fatal adverse effect. Lactic acidosis appears to result from biguanide interference causing an increase in production and decrease in clearance of lactate leading to higher cellular lactate levels. A decrease in pyruvate carboxylase activity, the rate-limiting enzyme in the formation of glucose from lactate, can also decrease hepatic metabolism of lactate. leading to increasing lactic acidosis. Signs and symptoms of Asugar induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Asugar cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Asugar is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Asugar type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take alcohol with Asugar?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, you should not take alcohol with Asugar, because it can cause serious side effects which includes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The risk of hypoglycemia is higher when you're drinking and taking Asugar than if you're just taking Asugar. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Asugar cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Asugar can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). However, this can also occur if you delay or miss a meal, drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, can't eat due to stomach upset, and taking other antidiabetic medicine with metformin. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia, always keep glucose-rich food with you.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Asugar cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Asugar can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Asugar causes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) especially at night which can cause night sweats. Need to monitor your blood glucose level regularly, and talk to your doctor as your dose of Asugar may need to be adjusted.