Dinrest 150 SR Tablet is used to manage diabetic neuropathy. Diabetic neuropathy is a chronic progressive nerve disease which causes nerve pain due to nerve damage in diabetic patients. It mostly affects the legs and feet.
Dinrest 150 SR Tablet contains ‘Epalrestat’ that works by inhibiting the aldose reductase enzyme, which catalyses the conversion of glucose to sorbitol. Accumulation of sorbitol occurs due to hyperglycaemia in patients who have diabetes, which leads to nerve pain. Dinrest 150 SR Tablet prevents the accumulation of sorbitol. Thus, it helps in treating diabetic neuropathy.
Take Dinrest 150 SR Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, dizziness, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Consult your doctor before taking Dinrest 150 SR Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Dinrest 150 SR Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Dinrest 150 SR Tablet is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol with Dinrest 150 SR Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.