Lusefi tab. 2.5mg

Generic name: Luseogliflozin Hydrate

Manufactured by: Taisho Pharmaceutical

Description

This medication inhibits glucose reabsorption in the renal proximal tubule, leading to the excretion of excess glucose in the urine and a reduction in blood sugar levels. It is commonly used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Ingredients and dosage form

white tablet, diameter: 7.1 mm, thickness: 3.2 mm

Dosing schedule/Directions

Your dosing schedule must be written by a doctor or healthcare professional.

・In general, for adults, take 1 tablet (2.5 mg of Luseogliflozin) at a time once a day before or after breakfast. The dosage may be increased to 2 tablets (5 mg) at a time once a day according to your symptoms. Strictly follow the instructions.

・If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. You should never take two doses at one time.

・If you accidentally take more than your prescribed dose, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

・Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor instructs you to do so.

Warnings

Before using this medicine, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist

・If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines.

・If you have ketosis, diabetic coma/precoma, infections, injury, pituitary gland malfunction, adrenal gland dysfunction, irregular eating habits, insufficient food intake, excessive alcohol intake, urinary tract infection or genital infection.

・If you are in a pre- of post-operative state, poor nutritional state, starvation state, debilitated state or performing intense muscular exercise.

・If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

・If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)

Precautions while taking this medicine

・Follow the instructions on diet and exercise.

・This medicine may cause hypoglycemia symptom. Pay attention when you work at heights or drive a car.

・If hypoglycemia symptom occurs, take sugar (sugar, candy, juice, glucose, etc.) immediately. If you are taking alpha-glucosidase inhibitor (which delays absorption of glucose) with this medicine, be sure to take glucose when hypoglycemia symptom occurs.

・Drink an adequate amount of water to avoid dehydration.

Possible adverse reactions to this medicine

・The most commonly reported adverse reactions include frequent urination and hypoglycemia symptom. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.

・cold sweat, tremor in limbs, hungry feeling [hypoglycemia]

・fever, flank/hip pain, swelling and pain in the genital area [pyelonephritis, necrotizing fasciitis of the vulva and perineum (Fournier's gangrene), sepsis]

・thirst, decreased consciousness, hyperpnea [dehydration]

・nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, general malaise, breathing difficulty [ketoacidosis]

The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.

Storing Conditions

Keep out of the reach of children. Store away from light, heat and moisture.

Discard the remainder, do not store.

Product specifications, appearance and package content are subject to change without prior notice.

Description of the medical drugs is not intended for prescribing treatment without the involvement of a physician.