Ziglim M1 Tablet 15

Ziglim M1 Tablet 15 can interact with the following medicines:

• Anti-diabetic medications such as insulin or gliclazide may enhance the blood sugar-lowering effect of Ziglim M1 Tablet 15, increasing the risk of hypoglycaemia.
• ACE inhibitors and Angiotensin II receptor antagonists: Medicines like enalapril or losartan can potentiate the hypoglycaemic effect of this medication.
• Thiazides and Corticosteroids like hydrochlorothiazide or prednisolone may reduce the blood sugar-lowering effect of the medicine.
• Oral contraceptives and Estrogen, such as ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel, can decrease the hypoglycaemic effect of Ziglim M1 Tablet 15.
• H2 blockers such as cimetidine can increase metformin levels in your body, enhancing its action.
• Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors like acetazolamide can increase the risk of lactic acidosis when used with metformin in Ziglim M1 Tablet 15.

Certain foods may interact with Ziglim M1 Tablet 15:

• High-Fat diet: This can decrease the absorption of metformin, reducing its effectiveness.

Ziglim M1 Tablet 15 can interact with the following diseases:

• Kidney disease: If you have kidney problems, this tablet can accumulate in your body, posing a risk for lactic acidosis.
• Liver disease: As the liver clears metformin, liver diseases might alter metformin levels in your body.
• Heart disease: Caution is needed if you have heart disease as lactic acidosis, though rare, can occur due to metformin in Ziglim M1 Tablet 15.
• Glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency: If you have G6PD deficiency, Ziglim M1 Tablet 15 may cause haemolytic anaemia.

The daily dose of Ziglim M1 Tablet 15 should be taken as advised by your doctor. The dosage may differ depending on the severity of your condition and how you respond to the medication. It's crucial not to exceed the prescribed dosage without a doctor's consultation.

An overdose of Ziglim M1 Tablet 15 might lead to nausea, diarrhoea, abdominal discomfort, and headaches. If you experience these symptoms after taking more than your prescribed dose, inform your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Ziglim M1 Tablet 15, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Do not increase your dose without consulting your doctor.