Benzorepa 1 mg Tablet

Composition of Benzorepa 1 mg Tablet

Benzorepa 1 mg Tablet contains Repaglinide (1mg). It belongs to the Oral anti-diabetic class of medicines.

Uses of Benzorepa 1 mg Tablet

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus Type 2 diabetes happens when the body cannot use insulin properly or does not make enough of it
• leading to high blood sugar levels. Benzorepa 1mg Tablet helps lower blood sugar by stimulating the pancreas to release more insulin after meals. This improves blood sugar control and reduces the risk of diabetes-related complications.

How Benzorepa 1 mg Tablet works

Benzorepa 1mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas which prevents blood glucose from rising very high after meals.

How to take Benzorepa 1 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Benzorepa 1mg Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.

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 Benzorepa 1mg 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 Benzorepa 1 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Benzorepa 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 Benzorepa 1 mg 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 Benzorepa 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 Benzorepa 1 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Benzorepa 1 mg Tablet

For best results, take Benzorepa 1mg Tablet 15 to 30 minutes before a meal. You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Benzorepa 1mg Tablet It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Benzorepa 1mg Tablet affects you. It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal. Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while you are taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

J J HEALTH CARE

Therapeutic class:

ANTI DIABETIC

Drug class:

Oral anti-diabetic

Chemical class:

Phenylpiperidines