NIMIN SR 500 Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control blood sugar levels and thus prevent serious complications of diabetes. It is also used to treat a menstruation-related disorder known as Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women.
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet is best taken with food to avoid nausea and abdominal pain. You should take it regularly, at the same time each day, to get the most benefit. You should not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor recommends it. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes. Therefore, it is important to stay on the diet and exercise program recommended by your doctor while taking this medicine.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, taste change, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite. Some people may develop hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when this medicine is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or upon skipping a meal. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking it.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver, or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.
USES OF NIMIN SR
- Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
BENEFITS OF NIMIN TABLET SR
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called biguanides. It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying the absorption of sugar (glucose) from the intestines, and increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin.
Lowering 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.
SIDE EFFECTS OF NIMIN TABLET SR
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
Common side effects of NIMIN
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Flatulence
HOW TO USE NIMIN TABLET SR
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. NIMIN SR 500 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Each tablet contains:
Metformion HCI SR
Dosage: As directed by the Physician.
Storage: Store In a cool, dry & dark place.
Protect from light.
HOW NIMIN TABLET SR WORKS
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication (biguanide). It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying the absorption of sugar (glucose) from the intestines, and increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with NIMIN SR 500 Tablet.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of NIMIN SR 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of NIMIN SR 500 Tablet is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE NIMIN TABLET SR?
If you miss a dose of NIMIN SR 500 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet
₹1.9/Tablet SR
Metrose 500mg Tablet SR
Zeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd
₹0.98/tablet sr
48% cheaper
Debistal 500 SR Tablet
Leeford Healthcare Ltd
₹1.74/tablet sr
8% cheaper
Metform 500mg Tablet SR
Knoll Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹1.79/tablet sr
6% cheaper
Glyciphage SR 500mg Tablet
Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹2.19/tablet sr
16% costlier
Gluconorm SR 500mg Tablet
Lupin Ltd
₹2.07/tablet sr
9% costlier
VIEW ALL SUBSTITUTES
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed NIMIN SR 500 Tablet to control the blood sugar level and reduce the risk of diabetic complications such as heart attacks.
- Chances of weight gain and low blood sugar are lesser with this medicine as compared to other diabetes medicines.
- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or on delaying/skipping a meal. Carry a sugar source with you for immediate relief.
Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as NIMIN SR 500 Tablet may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.
Prolonged use of NIMIN SR 500 Tablet may lead to vitamin B12 deficiency which may lead to anemia, causing fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath or headache. Notify your doctor if you experience any of these as you may require supplements.
- Your doctor will monitor your blood sugar levels and kidney functions regularly while you are taking this medication.
Fact Box
Prescription Required
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
USV Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION
Metformin (500mg)
STORAGE
Store below 30°C
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control blood sugar levels and thus prevent serious complications of diabetes. It is also used to treat a menstruation-related disorder known as Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women.
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet is best taken with food to avoid nausea and abdominal pain. You should take it regularly, at the same time each day, to get the most benefit. You should not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor recommends it. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes. Therefore, it is important to stay on the diet and exercise program recommended by your doctor while taking this medicine.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, taste change, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite. Some people may develop hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when this medicine is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or upon skipping a meal. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking it.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver, or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.
USES OF NIMIN TABLET SR
- Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
BENEFITS OF NIMIN TABLET SR
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called biguanides. It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying the absorption of sugar (glucose) from the intestines, and increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin.
Lowering 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.
SIDE EFFECTS OF NIMIN TABLET SR
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
Common side effects of NIMIN
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Flatulence
HOW TO USE NIMIN TABLET SR
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. NIMIN SR 500 Tablet is to be taken with food.
HOW NIMIN TABLET SR WORKS
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication (biguanide). It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying the absorption of sugar (glucose) from the intestines, and increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with NIMIN SR 500 Tablet.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of NIMIN SR 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of NIMIN SR 500 Tablet is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE NIMIN TABLET SR?
If you miss a dose of NIMIN SR 500 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
NIMIN SR 500 Tablet
₹1.9/Tablet SR
Metrose 500mg Tablet SR
Zeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd
₹0.98/tablet sr
48% cheaper
Debistal 500 SR Tablet
Leeford Healthcare Ltd
₹1.74/tablet sr
8% cheaper
Metform 500mg Tablet SR
Knoll Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹1.79/tablet sr
6% cheaper
Glyciphage SR 500mg Tablet
Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹2.19/tablet sr
16% costlier
Gluconorm SR 500mg Tablet
Lupin Ltd
₹2.07/tablet sr
9% costlier
VIEW ALL SUBSTITUTES
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed NIMIN SR 500 Tablet to control the blood sugar level and reduce the risk of diabetic complications such as heart attacks.
- Chances of weight gain and low blood sugar are lesser with this medicine as compared to other diabetes medicines.
- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or on delaying/skipping a meal. Carry a sugar source with you for immediate relief.
Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as NIMIN SR 500 Tablet may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.
Prolonged use of NIMIN SR 500 Tablet may lead to vitamin B12 deficiency which may lead to anemia, causing fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath or headache. Notify your doctor if you experience any of these as you may require supplements.
- Your doctor will monitor your blood sugar levels and kidney functions regularly while you are taking this medication.