Esplitin M Tablets 50/850 mg

Adult dose

This medication is generally taken 2 times a day with food, gradually increasing the dose to reduce gastrointestinal adverse effects associated with metformin. 1. Patients not currently treated with metformin: Take this medication 50/500 mg, 1 tablet twice a day, and may increase to 50/1000 mg, 1 tablet twice a day. 2. Patients currently treated with metformin:

This medication is used for the treatment of diabetes and helps regulate blood sugar levels. Allergic reactions may occur within the first 3 months of administration, so if symptoms such as skin rash, respiratory distress, or swelling of the face or neck appear, discontinue the medication immediately and consult a doctor. There is a risk of inflammation in the pancreas, known as acute pancreatitis, so any symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting should be reported to healthcare professionals immediately. It should not be administered to patients with severely impaired kidney function, acute infections, heart failure, or dehydration, and should be discontinued for a period before and after surgery. This medication should not be used in pregnant or nursing women. It may cause hypoglycemia, so it is important to eat regularly and be cautious during vigorous exercise. Additionally, elderly patients or those with liver or kidney problems should have regular function tests, and it is advisable to check for decreased vitamin B12 levels through blood tests during medication use. Alcohol consumption can increase the risk of serious side effects such as lactic acidosis, so it should be avoided. Do not take other medications or dietary supplements without consulting a doctor while on this medication, especially since the risk of hypoglycemia may increase when used with other blood sugar-lowering agents. If an overdose occurs, visit a medical institution immediately for appropriate treatment, as blood dialysis may be required. Lastly, regular blood sugar tests, kidney function tests, and symptom monitoring are important while taking this medication, so it should be taken consistently as prescribed and any abnormal symptoms should be reported to a specialist immediately.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, anaphylaxis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome and other exfoliative skin diseases, acute pancreatitis, acute renal failure, respiratory distress, unstable angina, severe lactic acidosis, severe hypoglycemia, bullous pemphigoid, jaundice, significant elevation of liver enzymes, severe joint pain, blisters or erosion, acute renal failure

Mild side effects

• Diarrhea
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• upper respiratory infections
• nasopharyngitis
• headache
• severe and disabling joint pain
• muscle pain
• limb pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air ingress, at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the drug's efficacy and prevents degradation.

Appearance

Pink oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP X 3]