Prichek 4mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called sulfonylureas and is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes thereby preventing serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage and blindness. Prichek 4mg Tablet may be used alone or along with other medicines. It should be taken just before or with the first meal of the day. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to your blood sugar levels. Keep taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise to put you at risk of diabetes complications such as kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes. The most common side effects of taking this medicine include low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia), nausea, headache, and dizziness. Make sure you recognize the signs of having low blood sugar levels, such as sweating, dizziness, headache, and shaking, and know how to deal with them. To prevent this, it is important to have regular meals and always carry a fast-acting source of glucose such as sugary food or fruit juice with you. Drinking alcohol can also increase your risk of low blood sugar levels and hence should be avoided. Some people may experience an increase in weight with this medicine. You should not take it if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), or if you have severe kidney or liver disease. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease, thyroid disease, or some hormonal conditions, as it may not be suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your blood sugar levels should be checked regularly and your doctor may also advise blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function.

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You should skip a dose of Prichek 4mg Tablet if a meal is skipped, and add a dose of medicine if you eat an extra meal.

• Q. Q. Does Prichek 4mg Tablet make you sleepy??
  Ans: Prichek 4mg Tablet itself does not cause sleepiness. However, it may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) when used with other anti-diabetes medicine. Because of this you may feel sleepy or have problems in sleeping.
• Q. Q. Is Prichek 4mg Tablet safe for kidneys??
  Ans: Prichek 4mg Tablet does not affect kidneys in patients with normal kidney function. However, its use should be avoided in patients with severe kidney disease since Prichek 4mg Tablet is principally eliminated by the kidneys.
• Q. Q. Does Prichek 4mg Tablet cause memory loss??
  Ans: No, it is not known that Prichek 4mg Tablet causes memory loss. However, the use of Prichek 4mg Tablet may cause low blood sugar which may cause problems with concentration and reduced alertness.
• Q. Q. Who should not take Prichek 4mg Tablet??
  Ans: Prichek 4mg Tablet should be avoided by patients who are allergic to it, have severe kidney or liver disease, have G6PD-deficiency (an inherited condition affecting red blood cells) or are due to have surgery. Additionally, patients who are trying to get pregnant, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have insulin-dependent diabetes (type 1 diabetes mellitus) should avoid taking Prichek 4mg Tablet.
• Q. Q. How long does it take for Prichek 4mg Tablet to start working??
  Ans: Prichek 4mg Tablet takes about 2 to 3 hours to reduce blood sugar levels. You may not feel any difference, but this does not mean the medicine is not working. Continue taking the medication as directed by your doctor and if you have any concerns, discuss it with your doctor.
• Q. Q. How long do I need to take Prichek 4mg Tablet? Can I stop the medication??
  Ans: Usually, the treatment for diabetes is suggested for a long term. You may have to continue the treatment life long. Prichek 4mg Tablet only controls the sugar levels but does not cure it. Do not stop taking Prichek 4mg Tablet without talking to your doctor. If you stop taking Prichek 4mg Tablet suddenly your diabetes may get worse.
• Q. Q. How and when to take Prichek 4mg Tablet??
  Ans: Prichek 4mg Tablet is advised to be taken in the dose and duration suggested by your doctor. Generally, a single daily dose of Prichek 4mg Tablet is sufficient to control blood sugar levels. The dose should be taken whole with water shortly before or during breakfast. However, if you skip breakfast then the medicine should be taken shortly before or during your first main meal.
• Q. Q. What can happen if I take more than the recommended dose of Prichek 4mg Tablet??
  Ans: Prichek 4mg Tablet should be taken strictly as advised by the doctor. Overdose of Prichek 4mg Tablet may significantly decrease your blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). If you think you have taken an excess dose and experience a dip in your sugar level, consume enough sugar (e.g., a small bar of sugar cubes, sweet juice or sweetened tea) and inform a doctor immediately. Severe cases of hypoglycemia accompanied by loss of consciousness and coma require immediate medical treatment and admission into hospital.

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