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Medicine Details

Xmetor 10mg/1000mg Tablet SR

Manufacturer: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Salt Composition: Atorvastatin (10mg) + Metformin (1000mg)

Medicine Type: allopathy

Introduction: In Diabetes with high cholesterol Xmetor 10mg/1000mg Tablet SR helps control diabetes along with high cholesterol. It contains anti-diabetic medicines that help to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. Additionally, it also contains Atorvastatin, a medicine that works by reducing the amount of “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and raising the amount of “good” cholesterol (HDL) in your blood. High levels of cholesterol can cause your blood vessels to narrow (atherosclerosis). Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Managing blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.

Benefits: 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. Xmetor 10mg/1000mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Description: Xmetor 10mg/1000mg Tablet SR is a combination medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes with high cholesterol. It also helps in preventing future heart attack and stroke. Xmetor 10mg/1000mg Tablet SR can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. You can help this medicine work better by making a few changes to your lifestyle such as keeping active, stopping smoking, eating a healthy low fat diet and exercise regularly. Nausea, taste change, loss of appetite, and stomach pain are some common side effects of this medicine. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. You might be asked for regular monitoring of blood sugar level, liver function and electrolytes level while taking this medicine. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or high blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

How to Use: Xmetor 10mg/1000mg Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines: Atorvastatin and metformin which treat diabetes associated with high blood cholesterol levels. Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medicine which lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises "good" cholesterol (HDL). Metformin is a biguanide which decreases the production and absorption of sugar in your body and allows better use of existing insulin.

Safety Advice: If you miss a dose of Xmetor 10mg/1000mg Tablet SR, 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 Missed: strip of 10 tablet sr

Packaging: Strip

Packaging Type:

Primary Use: Diabetes with high cholesterol

Alcohol Interaction: UNSAFE

Pregnancy Interaction:

Lactation Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Driving Interaction:

Kidney Interaction: CAUTION

Liver Interaction: CAUTION