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. Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR is to be taken with food.

Noraus 25 Tablet is a tricyclic antidepressant that is used to treat depression and nighttime bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis). Additionally, it may also be prescribed for neuropathic pain.Noraus 25 Tablet works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that stabilizes and enhances the mood. It is better to take it before bedtime because it can make you feel drowsy. It can be taken with or without food, but you should take it at a fixed time each day for better efficacy. The dose and duration will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. The most common side effects of this medicine include increased heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in the mouth, difficulty in urination, and constipation. Initially, this medicine may also cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions. It may even cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. To lower the chance of dizziness, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also lead to weight gain in some people. Most of the common side effects tend to be mild and temporary. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing side effects if they bother you or do not go away. Serious side effects associated with this medicine are rare.Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same or any other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. This medicine is not known to be addictive, but you can experience additional side effects (withdrawal symptoms) if you stop taking it suddenly. If you notice any sudden mood change or get suicidal or self-harm thoughts, you must consult the doctor without delay. Also, remember to take this medicine strictly as advised by the doctor as an overdose of this medication may lead to a serious health emergency. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as alcohol interacts with this medicine to cause serious health issues.

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. Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR is to be taken with food.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR.

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

- Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

- 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

Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.

- Liver : CAUTION

Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Sucrazide MF Forte 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.

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Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: ANTI DIABETIC

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Store below 30°C

Q. What is Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR?
Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines: Gliclazide and Metformin. This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). It improves blood glucose levels in adults when taken along with proper diet and regular exercise. Gliclazide lowers the blood glucose levels by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas. Metformin works by lowering the glucose production in the liver and improving insulin sensitivity. This combination is not indicated for the treatment of Type 1 DM.

Q. What are the possible side effects of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR?
The use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR is associated with common side effects. These side effects may include hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level), altered taste, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache and upper respiratory tract infection. Its use can also lead to serious but rare side effects like lactic acidosis. On long-term use, it can also lead to vitamin B12 deficiency.

Q. Can the use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, the use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level). Symptoms of hypoglycemia include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate and feeling anxious or shaky. It happens more often if you miss or delay your food, drink alcohol, over-exercise or take other antidiabetic medicine along with it. So, regular monitoring of blood sugar level is important. Always keep glucose tablets, honey or fruit juice with you.

Q. Can the use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR cause lactic acidosis?
Yes, the use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR can lead to lactic acidosis. It is a medical emergency which is caused by increased levels of lactic acid in the blood. It is also known as MALA (Metformin associated lactic acidosis). It is a rare side effect associated with the use of metformin. It is avoided in patients with underlying kidney disease, old age patients or who take large amounts of alcohol. Symptoms of lactic acidosis may include muscle pain or weakness, dizziness, tiredness, feeling of cold in arms and legs, difficulty in breathing, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or slow heart rate. If you have these symptoms, stop taking Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR and immediately consult your doctor.

Q. Can the use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, the use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR can cause vitamin B12 deficiency on long-term use. The deficiency occurs as the medicine interferes with absorption of vitamin B12 in the stomach. If untreated, it may cause anemia and nerve problems and the patient can have tingling sensation and numbness in hands and feet, weakness, urinary problems, change in mental status and difficulty in maintaining balance (ataxia). To avoid such problems, some researchers suggest an intake of vitamin B12 from outside sources at least once every year.

Q. Are there any specific conditions in which Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR should not to be taken?
The use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR should be avoided in patients with known allergy to any of the component or excipients of this medicine. It is also avoided in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease or with underlying metabolic acidosis including diabetic ketoacidosis.

Q. Is it safe to take alcohol while I am also taking Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR?
No, it is not safe to take alcohol along with Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR. It may lower your low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and can increase the chances of lactic acidosis.

Q. What is Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR?
Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines: Gliclazide and Metformin. This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). It improves blood glucose levels in adults when taken along with proper diet and regular exercise. Gliclazide lowers the blood glucose levels by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas. Metformin works by lowering the glucose production in the liver and improving insulin sensitivity. This combination is not indicated for the treatment of Type 1 DM.

Q. What are the possible side effects of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR?
The use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR is associated with common side effects. These side effects may include hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level), altered taste, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache and upper respiratory tract infection. Its use can also lead to serious but rare side effects like lactic acidosis. On long-term use, it can also lead to vitamin B12 deficiency.

Q. Can the use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, the use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level). Symptoms of hypoglycemia include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate and feeling anxious or shaky. It happens more often if you miss or delay your food, drink alcohol, over-exercise or take other antidiabetic medicine along with it. So, regular monitoring of blood sugar level is important. Always keep glucose tablets, honey or fruit juice with you.

Q. Can the use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR cause lactic acidosis?
Yes, the use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR can lead to lactic acidosis. It is a medical emergency which is caused by increased levels of lactic acid in the blood. It is also known as MALA (Metformin associated lactic acidosis). It is a rare side effect associated with the use of metformin. It is avoided in patients with underlying kidney disease, old age patients or who take large amounts of alcohol. Symptoms of lactic acidosis may include muscle pain or weakness, dizziness, tiredness, feeling of cold in arms and legs, difficulty in breathing, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or slow heart rate. If you have these symptoms, stop taking Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR and immediately consult your doctor.

Q. Can the use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, the use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR can cause vitamin B12 deficiency on long-term use. The deficiency occurs as the medicine interferes with absorption of vitamin B12 in the stomach. If untreated, it may cause anemia and nerve problems and the patient can have tingling sensation and numbness in hands and feet, weakness, urinary problems, change in mental status and difficulty in maintaining balance (ataxia). To avoid such problems, some researchers suggest an intake of vitamin B12 from outside sources at least once every year.

Q. Are there any specific conditions in which Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR should not to be taken?
The use of Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR should be avoided in patients with known allergy to any of the component or excipients of this medicine. It is also avoided in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease or with underlying metabolic acidosis including diabetic ketoacidosis.

Q. Is it safe to take alcohol while I am also taking Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR?
No, it is not safe to take alcohol along with Sucrazide MF Forte Tablet SR. It may lower your low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and can increase the chances of lactic acidosis.

Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Headache
Dizziness
Diarrhea
Upper respiratory tract infection
Nausea
Flatulence
Constipation