Duomet XR Tablet 750/5 mg

Adult dose

This medication is to be administered only to adults, once daily with the evening meal.

This drug can rarely cause a severe metabolic complication called lactic acidosis, which may result in death, so caution is advised. When taken with other diabetes medications, there is a risk of hypoglycemia, so blood glucose levels should be carefully monitored. Individuals with a history of allergic reactions to any component in this drug should not use it, nor should it be administered to patients with severely impaired liver or kidney function. Patients with muscle disorders or certain immune-related myopathies, and those taking specific immunosuppressants should also avoid use. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, as well as women who may become pregnant, should not use this drug and should employ effective contraception methods. If there is an acute or severe disease of the heart or kidneys, or iodine contrast agents are used in specific tests, administration should be discontinued or avoided. Care should be taken in cases of irregular meals, vigorous exercise, or potential drug interactions, and if muscle pain or weakness occurs, medical personnel should be informed immediately. This drug may cause gastrointestinal disturbances (diarrhea, abdominal pain, dyspepsia), skin rashes, muscle pain, liver function abnormalities, and if any unusual symptoms occur, consultation with medical personnel is advised. Regular kidney and liver function tests should be performed, particularly for elderly patients or those with diminished kidney function, who may require more frequent tests. Alcohol consumption can increase the risk of side effects from this drug, so excessive drinking should be avoided during treatment. This drug can affect blood glucose control, so diabetes patients should frequently check their blood sugar levels and adjust dosages as needed. In case of overdose, immediate medical attention should be sought, and certain components can be removed via dialysis. This medication has not established safety and efficacy in children or adolescents under 19 years of age, so it should not be used in this population. Caution is necessary as dizziness may occur while driving or operating machinery.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, cough with fever-associated respiratory issues, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination issues

Mild side effects

• Diarrhea
• upper abdominal pain
• constipation
• abdominal pain
• belching
• gastroesophageal reflux disease
• upper abdominal discomfort
• dyspepsia
• erysipelas
• sensory disturbances

This drug should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. The recommended storage temperature is between 1 degree and 30 degrees at room temperature.

Appearance

Yellow oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 3), 30 tablets/bottle