Aldonil Tablet

Composition of Aldonil Tablet

Aldonil Tablet contains Epalrestat (150mg). It belongs to the Oral anti-diabetic class of medicines.

Uses of Aldonil Tablet

• fights bacterial infections
• speeds up recovery
• effective in various infections

Key benefits

• In Diabetic nerve pain Diabetic nerve pain (diabetic neuropathy) is a common complication of diabetes that causes burning
• tingling
• or numbness
• especially in the feet and legs. Aldonil OD Tablet is used to help relieve these symptoms by protecting nerves from damage caused by high blood sugar. It aids in improving nerve function and reducing discomfort
• allowing better mobility and quality of life for people with diabetes.

How Aldonil Tablet works

Aldonil OD Tablet is an aldose reductase inhibitor. It blocks the accumulation of sorbitol in cells, which has been related to causing diabetic nerve disease.

How to take Aldonil Tablet

Take as directed by your healthcare provider, complete the full course, do not skip doses

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Aldonil OD 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.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may cause low blood sugar and marked stomach upset. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Aldonil Tablet

Most side effects of Aldonil are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Aldonil Tablet

Warnings and precautions

If you feel shaky, sweaty, confused or unusually hungry, take sugar, glucose or a sweet drink at once and tell your doctor — these are signs your blood sugar has fallen too low. If a low-sugar episode happens while on an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor such as voglibose or acarbose, use glucose — ordinary sugar and sweets work more slowly. Tell your doctor about any new swelling of the ankles, breathlessness or sudden weight gain.

Do not take Aldonil if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for type 1 diabetes or for diabetic ketoacidosis. Not for people with heart failure, active bladder cancer or unexplained blood in the urine.

Interactions with other medicines

Low blood sugar is more likely when combined with insulin or a sulfonylurea.

How to store Aldonil Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Aldonil Tablet

Adherence to antidiabetic therapy can delay the onset of or prevent diabetic nerve disease. If you have existing diabetic nerve disease, wear proper footwear and examine your feet every day to detect lesions early. If you have a foot injury or open wound, avoid engaging in weight-bearing activities.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Aldose Reductase Inhibitor (Antineuropathic)

Drug class:

Oral anti-diabetic

Chemical class:

Carboxylic acid derivative