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About Natstar 120mg Tablet
Natstar 120mg Tablet belongs to the class of medications called oral antidiabetics. It is an oral hypoglycaemic (lowering blood sugar) medication intended for people with type 2 diabetes; proper diet and exercise control blood sugar. It is used when diet, exercise, and weight reduction alone have not been found to control blood sugar well enough. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic or lifelong disorder affecting how our body processes glucose. People with type 2 diabetes either do not produce enough insulin or cannot perform their body functions (insulin resistance). Middle-aged or older individuals are most likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes, also known as adult-onset diabetes.
Natstar 120mg Tablet is prescribed alone or combined with other medications to treat type 2 diabetes. Natstar 120mg Tablet lowers blood glucose levels by stimulating the release of insulin from the pancreas.
Take Natstar 120mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Take Natstar 120mg Tablet preferably before meals; its effect may be delayed if it is taken with or after meals. You are advised to take Natstar 120mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. You may experience sweating, dizziness, shaking, hunger, tiredness, diarrhoea, and abdominal pain. One may experience these symptoms due to the lack of proper food intake or a high dose of anti-diabetic medicine. If you experience low blood sugar symptoms, eat or drink something containing sugar as advised by your doctor. Most of these side effects of Natstar 120mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Natstar 120mg Tablet should not be stopped even if you feel better, without consulting your doctor as sugar levels keep changing. If you stop taking Natstar 120mg Tablet abruptly, it may increase your sugar levels. Natstar 120mg Tablet should not be taken if you have type 1 diabetes or severe kidney or liver disease. Do not take Natstar 120mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or if you are a breastfeeding women. It is also not recommended for use in children and adolescents (under 18 years of age). Speak to your doctor for information regarding this medicine.
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Natstar 120mg Tablet belongs to the class of medications called oral antidiabetics. It is an oral hypoglycaemic (lowering of blood sugar) medication intended to use in people with type 2 diabetes; proper diet and exercise to control blood sugar levels in the blood. It is used when diet, exercise, and weight reduction alone have not been found to control blood sugar well enough. Natstar 120mg Tablet is known to lower blood glucose levels by stimulating the release of insulin from the pancreas. Natstar 120mg Tablet has unique pharmacokinetic properties, and it will be absorbed rapidly and extensively from the small intestine after oral administration. It is also effective as a combination therapy with metformin for patients who require therapy to reduce both fasting and postprandial blood sugar (hyperglycemia).
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Natstar 120mg Tablet should not be taken if you are allergic to Natstar 120mg Tablet or any of its ingredients. Do not take Natstar 120mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding women, have type 1 diabetes, or have a severe liver problem. Take Natstar 120mg Tablet with caution if you are over 65 years old, undernourished, or have an underactive pituitary or adrenal gland. Watch carefully if you have any signs of low blood sugar. Avoid drinking alcohol while on this medication, as it affects blood sugar levels. Inform your doctor before taking Natstar 120mg Tablet if you have a severe kidney/liver problem, have recently met with an accident, or have an active infection. Natstar 120mg Tablet is not recommended for children and adolescents (below 18 years of age). Check your blood sugar levels from time to time, as your doctor advises. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you have low blood sugar, as your ability to concentrate or react may be reduced in such a case.
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Alcohol
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Alcohol may disturb the control of blood sugar level. Alcohol should not be consumed along with Natstar 120mg Tablet as it is known to interact and lead to unpleasant side effects.
Pregnancy
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Pregnancy Category C: There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. It is unknown whether Natstar 120mg Tablet can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. It should not be used in pregnant women.
Breast Feeding
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Do not take Natstar 120mg Tablet if you are breast-feeding. Not enough scientific data available for Natstar 120mg Tablet, hence it is best to consult a doctor.
Driving
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Your driving may be affected if your blood sugar levels are too high or too low. Do not drive or operate machinery if you may experience dizziness or drowsiness.
Liver
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Natstar 120mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
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Natstar 120mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
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Natstar 120mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age). Safety and effectiveness have not been established in this age group.
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Natstar 120mg Tablet is used for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes when diet, exercise, and weight reduction alone have not been found to control blood sugar well enough.
Natstar 120mg Tablet works by increasing insulin production by stimulating insulin secretion from the pancrea's beta cells, thereby reducing high blood glucose (sugar) levels.
Natstar 120mg Tablet may sometimes lower the blood glucose levels more than normal, leading to hypoglycemia. Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels while taking Natstar 120mg Tablet. Hypoglycemia symptoms include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, faintness, confusion and visual disturbances.
Hypoglycaemia may occur following prolonged or severe exercise, during illness, alcohol consumption, low food intake, or when Natstar 120mg Tablet is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines.
Maintain a healthy diet by regular intake of carbohydrates such as bread and products containing starch and sugar. Eat your meals regularly, and do not exercise heavily for a longer duration with an empty stomach. Try to keep sugar candies. When you feel low blood sugar symptoms like excessive hunger, sweating, feeling tired, dizziness, feeling hungry, feeling shaky and fast heartbeat, immediately take it. This will increase the glucose level (sugar) in your blood, and you will feel normal.
Natstar 120mg Tablet is prescribed for the lifelong or chronic conditions of diabetes. So, please do not stop taking Natstar 120mg Tablet without consulting your doctor on your own as it may cause an increase in blood glucose levels. Continue taking Natstar 120mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Natstar 120mg Tablet.
If you are going to have a major operation or have recently had a serious infection or illness; in such cases, diabetic control may be lost. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor may ask you to temporarily take insulin instead of Natstar 120mg Tablet to control blood glucose levels.
Natstar 120mg Tablet might sometimes affect laboratory test results. Inform the person performing the tests that you are taking Natstar 120mg Tablet.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Natstar 120mg Tablet as it might increase the side-effects of Natstar 120mg Tablet.
No, Natstar 120mg Tablet is not commonly associated with significant weight gain. However, everyone reacts differently to medications, and some people with diabetes may notice changes in weight. It is important to monitor your weight regularly while using Natstar 120mg Tablet. If you see any unusual weight gain or loss, consult your doctor.
No, Natstar 120mg Tablet does not contain Metformin; it contains Nateglinide. Both are antidiabetic medications, which are used to help manage blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes, but they work in different ways. Nateglinide stimulates the pancreas to release insulin, whereas Metformin improves the body's response to insulin. In some cases, both medications may be prescribed together to help control blood sugar levels more effectively.
Natstar 120mg Tablet may cause side effects in some individuals. Commonly reported side effects include sweating, dizziness, tremors, hunger, fatigue, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. These symptoms often arise from inadequate food intake or high medication doses. If you experience low blood sugar symptoms like sweating or shaking, consume a sugar-containing food or drink as advised by your doctor. Most side effects are temporary and resolve without medical intervention. However, if they persist, consult your doctor for further guidance.
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