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Lunch ON 1mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Lunch ON 1mg Tablet is used to lower blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is usually prescribed along with other diabetes medicines to achieve adequate blood sugar control. It also prevents serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness.

Lunch ON 1mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It results in fast and effective control of blood sugar following meals. It is generally used in combination with other medicines. It should be used along with a proper diet and exercise for best results. Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur as a side effect of this medicine.

Benefits of Lunch ON Tablet

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Lunch ON 1mg Tablet increases the amount of insulin your body produces (in the pancreas). The insulin then works to lower your blood glucose levels and prevents them from rising after taking meals. You should keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed.

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 Lunch ON Tablet

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 Lunch ON

  • Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Back pain
  • Joint pain
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Headache
  • Sinus inflammation

How to use Lunch ON Tablet

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. Lunch ON 1mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Lunch ON Tablet works

Lunch ON 1mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas which prevents blood glucose from rising very high after meals.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lunch ON 1mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lunch ON 1mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lunch ON 1mg Tablet 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
Lunch ON 1mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lunch ON 1mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Lunch ON 1mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lunch ON 1mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Lunch ON 1mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

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Quick tips

  • For best results, take Lunch ON 1mg Tablet 15 to 30 minutes before a meal.
  • You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Lunch ON 1mg Tablet
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how  Lunch ON 1mg Tablet affects you.
  • It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
  • Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety.
  • Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while you are taking this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. 

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Meglitinide Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Action Class
Meglitinides (Insulin Secretogogues)

Patient concerns

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Diabetes mellitus type 2 ,thirst
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
Physician
A person can control his or her sugar levels by doing regular exercise and walk or regular aerobic exercises at least 30 to 45 minutes per day.MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL THERAPY THAT IS TO MAINTAIN CALORIES INTAKE AS PER BMI .TAKE HELP OF DIABETIC EDUCATOR. VISIT YOUR DOCTOR AND FOLLOW ALL WHAT DOCTOR SUGGESTED.IN TIME ALL ROUTINE INVESTIGATIONS SHOULD BE DONE.you should not treat it as disease but a start of a healthy life.Uncontrolled sugar levels for long time leads to lower limb weakness which is neuropathy and which is followed by foot ulcers and other complications like kidney or heart problems .online prescription is not allowed without seeing pt.so contact doctor nearby for any change or dose adjustment or visit my clinic at gurgaon sector 52 RdCity snergy multi speciality clinic near SRS MARKET
Diabetes mellitus type 2 required only ayurvedic medicine
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
Physician
Go for allopathic medicine
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FAQs

Q. How long does Lunch ON 1mg Tablet take to start working?

Lunch ON 1mg Tablet starts working 30 minutes after it has been taken. After you take Lunch ON 1mg Tablet, the insulin levels increase causing a decrease in the blood sugar levels. The effect usually lasts for 4 hours.

Q. Can I take alcohol while I am taking Lunch ON 1mg Tablet?

No, you should avoid alcohol while taking Lunch ON 1mg Tablet since alcohol interferes with the working of Lunch ON 1mg Tablet. You may experience signs and symptoms of low blood sugar levels which include weakness, shakiness, cold sweat, cool pale skin, rapid heartbeat, tremors, extreme hunger, dizziness, headache, and anxiety.

Q. Can Lunch ON 1mg Tablet be taken with other antidiabetic drugs?

Yes, it can be taken with other antidiabetic drugs but according to your doctor’s advice. But since all these drugs lower blood sugar levels, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended.

Q. Can I continue to breastfeed while taking Lunch ON 1mg Tablet?

No, you should not breastfeed your baby because if Lunch ON 1mg Tablet passes in breast milk, your baby may experience low blood sugar levels which is harmful to your baby. Ask your doctor for advice.

Q. Do I need to stop clopidogrel if I am taking Lunch ON 1mg Tablet?

You should inform your doctor and take his advice. If you cannot avoid using clopidogrel with Lunch ON 1mg Tablet, take 0.5 mg Lunch ON 1mg Tablet before each meal. The total daily dose should not be more than 4 mg. Monitor your blood sugar levels more frequently.

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