Friday, December 7, 2007

Hyponidd- Best choice for NIDDM



Indications
1) Border line diabetes, [Impaired Glucose Tolerance (IGT) and Impaired Fasting Glucose (IFG)]2) As an adjunct therapy with existing hypoglycemic agents in secondary OHAs failure cases to prevent further complications.3) In PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) in women leading to menstrual disorders and infertility.
Dosage
Tablet : General: Two tablets twice a day, half an-hour before meals for IGT, IFG and PCOS.In patients on other oral hypoglycemic drugs (OHAs) one tablet twice a day may be added initially for a week. Once satisfactory response is achieved, the dosage of OHAs may be slowlyreduced and the dosage of Hyponidd to be increased to two tablets twice a day.
Benefits
1) No clinical hypoglycemia unlike suphonylureas. 2) Lowers the lipid levels & protects against cardiovasular diseases. 3) Provides a sense of well-being and feeling of less tired and less fatigue 4) No need to add antioxidants as it contains natural antioxidants and rejuvenators. 5) Delays the diabetic complications – Impotency in male, neuropathy and retinopathy. 6) Cost effective for long-term use. 7) Improves quality of life and restores libido.
DO'S AND DON'TS
Do's 1) Regular exercise is recommended – Evening or morning walk and reduce 2) Consumption of vegetables preferred – Karela and Drumsticks3) Do check fasting and post lunch blood glucose at least once a week.4) Strictly follow doctors drug regimen and diet.5) Drink atleast 8 – 10 glasses of water daily.Don'ts 1) Avoid injury /cut2) Reduce alcohol consumption and smoking.3) Avoid oily and spicy food, sweets,and honey.4) Avoid excessive physical and psychological stress.

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