Common Medicines Cheat Sheet - India Edition (Part 2) 🏥
🟣 DIABETES MEDICINES (Anti-diabetic)
Metformin-based Medicines
Glyciphage 500mg Tablet
- Salt/Composition: Metformin Hydrochloride 500mg
- Used For:
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Blood sugar control
- PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)
- Pre-diabetes (insulin resistance)
- How It Works:
- Reduces glucose production in liver
- Improves insulin sensitivity
- Decreases sugar absorption in intestines
- First-line medication for Type 2 diabetes
- Dosage:
- Starting: 500mg once or twice daily with meals
- Maximum: 2000-2500mg per day (divided doses)
- Best Time: With or immediately after meals (reduces gastric side effects)
- Cost: ₹20-₹40 per 15 tablets
- Important:
- May cause diarrhea initially (usually subsides)
- Take with food to minimize stomach upset
- Regular kidney function monitoring needed
- Contraindications: Severe kidney disease, liver failure, heart failure
- Note: Most commonly prescribed diabetes medicine worldwide
Vildagard M 1000mg Tablet
- Salt/Composition (Combination):
- Vildagliptin 50mg (DPP-4 inhibitor)
- Metformin 1000mg (Biguanide)
- Used For:
- Type 2 Diabetes (when metformin alone insufficient)
- Better blood sugar control
- HbA1c reduction
- How It Works:
- Vildagliptin: Increases insulin release, decreases glucagon (when blood sugar is high)
- Metformin: Reduces liver glucose production, improves insulin sensitivity
- Dual mechanism for comprehensive sugar control
- Dosage: 1 tablet twice daily (morning and evening with meals)
- Cost: ₹180-₹250 per 15 tablets
- Advantages:
- Low risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
- Weight neutral (doesn’t cause weight gain)
- Well tolerated
- Important: Monitor liver function periodically
- Note: Combination therapy for better diabetic control
Glador 2 Tablet
- Salt/Composition: Glimepiride 2mg (Sulfonylurea)
- Used For:
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Stimulating insulin release from pancreas
- When diet and exercise alone insufficient
- How It Works:
- Stimulates pancreatic beta cells to release insulin
- Reduces blood sugar by increasing insulin secretion
- Dosage:
- Starting: 1-2mg once daily with breakfast
- Maximum: 6-8mg per day
- Best Time: 15-30 minutes before breakfast
- Cost: ₹30-₹60 per 15 tablets
- Important:
- Risk of hypoglycemia - always eat on time after taking
- Carry sugar/glucose candies for emergency
- May cause weight gain
- Side Effects: Low blood sugar, dizziness, weight gain
- Warning: Never skip meals after taking this medicine
- Note: Older class of diabetes medicine, effective but requires careful monitoring
🟠 LIVER & BILE HEALTH MEDICINES
Bilypsa 4mg Tablet
- Salt/Composition: Saroglitazar 4mg (PPAR alpha/gamma agonist)
- Used For:
- Diabetic dyslipidemia (high cholesterol with diabetes)
- Hypertriglyceridemia (high triglycerides)
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
- Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Insulin resistance
- How It Works:
- Reduces triglycerides and cholesterol
- Improves insulin sensitivity
- Reduces liver fat accumulation
- Lowers LDL cholesterol
- Increases HDL cholesterol
- Dosage: 4mg once daily
- Duration: Long-term therapy as prescribed
- Cost: ₹150-₹220 per 10 tablets
- Important:
- Prescription medicine for diabetic patients with high cholesterol/triglycerides
- Regular lipid profile monitoring needed
- Liver function tests required
- Benefits:
- Comprehensive lipid control
- Liver fat reduction
- Well tolerated in diabetic patients
- Note: India’s first indigenously developed drug for diabetic dyslipidemia
Obetohep 10mg Tablet
- Salt/Composition: Obeticholic Acid 10mg (Bile acid analogue)
- Used For:
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC)
- Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Chronic liver diseases
- How It Works:
- FXR (Farnesoid X Receptor) agonist
- Reduces bile acid production
- Improves liver inflammation and fibrosis
- Regulates bile acid metabolism
- Dosage: 5-10mg once daily (as prescribed)
- Cost: ₹800-₹1,200 per 10 tablets (expensive)
- Important:
- Prescription medicine for specific liver conditions
- Regular liver function monitoring required
- May cause itching (pruritus)
- Note: Specialized medicine for advanced liver disease
Livi-300 Tablet
- Salt/Composition: Ursodeoxycholic Acid (UDCA) 300mg (Bile acid)
- Used For:
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC)
- Gallstone dissolution (cholesterol stones)
- Chronic liver disease
- Primary sclerosing cholangitis
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)
- Bile reflux gastritis
- How It Works:
- Reduces cholesterol in bile
- Dissolves cholesterol gallstones
- Protects liver cells
- Improves bile flow
- Anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects
- Dosage: 300mg 2-3 times daily (or as prescribed)
- Best Time: With or after meals
- Duration: 6-24 months for gallstone dissolution
- Cost: ₹200-₹300 per 10 tablets
- Important:
- Long-term therapy often required
- Regular ultrasound for gallstone monitoring
- Effective for cholesterol stones (not pigment stones)
- Note: Gold standard for treating primary biliary cholangitis and dissolving gallstones
🔴 GASTRIC / ACIDITY MEDICINES (PPIs)
Rabimond 20mg Tablet
- Salt/Composition: Rabeprazole Sodium 20mg (Proton Pump Inhibitor)
- Used For:
- GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
- Peptic ulcers (gastric/duodenal)
- Erosive esophagitis
- Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
- H. pylori eradication (with antibiotics)
- How It Works:
- PPI - blocks acid production in stomach
- Reduces gastric acid by >90%
- Allows ulcer healing
- Dosage: 20mg once daily before breakfast (can be 40mg for severe cases)
- Best Time: 30-60 minutes before first meal
- Duration: 4-8 weeks typically
- Cost: ₹60-₹110 per 10 tablets
- Advantages:
- Fast acting
- Long duration (24 hours)
- Well tolerated
- Note: Similar to Pantoprazole/Omeprazole, different PPI class
Pansy 40mg Tablet
- Salt/Composition: Pantoprazole 40mg (Proton Pump Inhibitor)
- Used For:
- GERD, acid reflux
- Peptic ulcers
- Erosive esophagitis
- Maintenance therapy for chronic acidity
- How It Works: PPI - reduces stomach acid production
- Dosage: 40mg once daily before breakfast
- Cost: ₹50-₹90 per 10 tablets
- Note: Generic pantoprazole brand, same as Pantocid/Pantop
🟤 ANTIBIOTICS & ANTI-INFECTIVES
Zerapod 200mg Tablet
- Salt/Composition: Cefpodoxime Proxetil 200mg (3rd generation cephalosporin)
- Used For:
- Respiratory tract infections (bronchitis, pneumonia)
- Urinary tract infections (UTI)
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- ENT infections (ear, nose, throat)
- Gonorrhea
- How It Works: Broad-spectrum antibiotic - kills bacteria by disrupting cell wall
- Dosage: 200mg twice daily (morning and evening) for 5-10 days
- Best Time: With food (improves absorption)
- Cost: ₹150-₹230 per 10 tablets
- Important:
- Complete full course even if symptoms improve
- Take with meals
- Note: Similar to Cepodem, effective against wide range of bacteria
Nor-Metrogyl Plus Tablet
- Salt/Composition (Combination):
- Ofloxacin 200mg (Fluoroquinolone antibiotic)
- Ornidazole 500mg (Antiprotozoal/Antibacterial)
- Used For:
- Diarrhea (bacterial and parasitic)
- Dysentery (bloody diarrhea)
- Gastroenteritis
- Intestinal infections
- Mixed bacterial/parasitic infections
- Traveler’s diarrhea
- Gynecological infections
- Urinary tract infections
- How It Works:
- Ofloxacin: Prevents bacterial cells from dividing and repairing by inhibiting DNA gyrase, thereby killing the bacteria
- Ornidazole: Kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria (Giardia, Amoeba, Entamoeba) by damaging their DNA
- Dual action for comprehensive bacterial and parasitic coverage
- Dosage: 1 tablet twice daily for 3-5 days
- Best Time: After meals
- Cost: ₹60-₹100 per 10 tablets
- Important:
- Very effective for infectious diarrhea
- Avoid alcohol (severe reaction with ornidazole)
- Complete course even if diarrhea stops
- May cause dizziness - avoid driving
- Side Effects: Metallic taste, nausea, dizziness, headache
- Note: First-line treatment for bacterial/parasitic diarrhea in India
🔴 PAIN RELIEVERS & ANTI-INFLAMMATORY
Meftal 500 Tablet
- Salt/Composition: Mefenamic Acid 500mg (NSAID - Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug)
- Used For:
- Menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea) - very effective
- Headache, toothache
- Muscle pain
- Post-operative pain
- Fever
- Inflammatory conditions
- How It Works:
- Blocks prostaglandin synthesis (pain and inflammation chemicals)
- Reduces pain, inflammation, and fever
- Dosage:
- 500mg 2-3 times daily (maximum 3000mg/day)
- Take for shortest duration needed
- Best Time: After meals (reduces gastric irritation)
- Cost: ₹40-₹80 per 10 tablets
- Important:
- Do NOT take on empty stomach
- Avoid in gastric ulcer patients
- Use cautiously in kidney/liver disease
- Side Effects: Gastric irritation, nausea, diarrhea
- Note: Very popular for menstrual cramps in India
Corticosteroids (Anti-inflammatory)
Dexa Injection (Dexamethasone)
- Salt/Composition: Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate 4mg/ml or 8mg/ml (Corticosteroid)
- Used For:
- Severe inflammation
- Allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
- Asthma exacerbation
- Cerebral edema (brain swelling)
- COVID-19 (severe cases requiring oxygen)
- Autoimmune conditions
- Cancer chemotherapy (anti-nausea)
- How It Works:
- Potent anti-inflammatory
- Immunosuppressant
- Reduces swelling, inflammation, allergic response
- 25-30 times more potent than cortisol
- Route: IV (intravenous), IM (intramuscular)
- Dosage: Varies by condition (4-20mg per dose)
- Onset: Rapid (minutes to hours)
- Cost: ₹20-₹50 per ampoule
- Important:
- Prescription medicine
- Not for long-term use
- May raise blood sugar
- Weakens immune system temporarily
- Side Effects: Increased blood sugar, fluid retention, mood changes
- Note: Life-saving in severe inflammation/allergic emergencies
Predmet 4 Tablet
- Salt/Composition: Methylprednisolone 4mg (Corticosteroid)
- Used For:
- Inflammatory conditions
- Allergic disorders
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Asthma
- Autoimmune diseases
- Skin conditions (severe eczema, psoriasis)
- How It Works: Corticosteroid - suppresses inflammation and immune response
- Dosage: As prescribed (usually 4-48mg daily, depending on condition)
- Duration: Shortest effective period
- Cost: ₹80-₹140 per 10 tablets
- Important:
- Take with food
- Never stop suddenly (taper gradually)
- May cause weight gain, fluid retention
- Monitor blood sugar and blood pressure
- Side Effects: Increased appetite, insomnia, mood changes, weakened immunity
- Note: Potent anti-inflammatory for chronic conditions
💙 CHOLESTEROL MEDICINE (Statins)
Atchol-10 Tablet
- Salt/Composition: Atorvastatin 10mg (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor - Statin)
- Used For:
- High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)
- High LDL (“bad” cholesterol)
- Prevention of heart attack and stroke
- Coronary artery disease
- Diabetes with cardiovascular risk
- How It Works:
- Blocks cholesterol production in liver
- Reduces LDL cholesterol by 35-50%
- Increases HDL (“good” cholesterol) slightly
- Stabilizes arterial plaques
- Dosage:
- 10mg once daily (can be increased to 20-80mg)
- Usually taken at night (cholesterol synthesis highest at night)
- Best Time: Evening/bedtime
- Cost: ₹40-₹80 per 10 tablets
- Important:
- Long-term medication (lifelong in many cases)
- Requires regular lipid profile monitoring
- Liver function tests needed periodically
- Avoid grapefruit juice (increases drug levels)
- Side Effects: Muscle pain, liver enzyme elevation (rare)
- Lifestyle: Must continue diet and exercise along with medication
- Note: Most commonly prescribed statin worldwide
🌸 SKIN / TOPICAL MEDICINES
Steroid Creams / Ointments
Monovate-G Cream
- Salt/Composition (Triple Combination):
- Mometasone Furoate 0.1% (Potent corticosteroid)
- Gentamicin 0.1% (Antibiotic)
- Miconazole 2% (Antifungal)
- Used For:
- Infected skin conditions (bacterial + fungal)
- Eczema with secondary infection
- Dermatitis (inflamed skin)
- Fungal infections with inflammation
- Mixed skin infections
- How It Works:
- Mometasone: Reduces inflammation, itching, redness
- Gentamicin: Kills bacteria
- Miconazole: Kills fungi
- Application: Apply thin layer 1-2 times daily on affected area
- Duration: Usually 7-14 days (not beyond 2 weeks without doctor)
- Cost: ₹150-₹250 per 15g tube
- Important:
- For external use only
- Avoid face (unless prescribed)
- Do not use on open wounds
- Not for long-term use (skin thinning risk)
- Note: Comprehensive treatment for infected inflammatory skin conditions
Derivate-GM Cream
- Salt/Composition:
- Clobetasol Propionate 0.05% (Very potent corticosteroid)
- Gentamicin 0.1% (Antibiotic)
- Miconazole 2% (Antifungal)
- Used For:
- Severe inflammatory skin conditions with infection
- Resistant eczema/dermatitis
- Psoriasis with secondary infection
- How It Works: Same as Monovate-G but with more potent steroid (Clobetasol)
- Application: Thin layer once or twice daily
- Duration: Maximum 2 weeks
- Cost: ₹180-₹280 per 15g tube
- Important:
- Very potent steroid - use strictly as prescribed
- Never on face/genital area
- Risk of skin atrophy with prolonged use
- Note: For severe skin conditions not responding to milder steroids
Nuforce GM Cream
- Salt/Composition:
- Clobetasol Propionate 0.05%
- Gentamicin 0.1%
- Clotrimazole 1% (Antifungal)
- Used For: Severe skin inflammation with fungal/bacterial infection
- Cost: ₹160-₹240 per 15g tube
- Note: Similar to Derivate-GM (clotrimazole instead of miconazole)
Smuth Cream
- Salt/Composition (Combination):
- Lidocaine (Local anesthetic)
- Zinc Oxide (Astringent, skin protectant)
- Hydrocortisone (Corticosteroid)
- Phenylephrine (Vasoconstrictor)
- Used For:
- Hemorrhoids (Piles) - internal and external
- Anal fissures
- Anal itching and discomfort
- Swelling and inflammation in anal area
- Post-surgical anal discomfort
- How It Works:
- Lidocaine: Numbs the area, provides instant pain relief
- Zinc Oxide: Protects skin, reduces moisture, promotes healing
- Hydrocortisone: Reduces swelling, itching, and inflammation
- Phenylephrine: Shrinks swollen blood vessels (hemorrhoids)
- Application:
- Clean and dry the affected area
- Apply thin layer 2-3 times daily and after bowel movements
- Can be applied internally (with applicator) or externally
- Duration: Usually 7-14 days
- Cost: ₹100-₹180 per 25g tube
- Important:
- For external/rectal use only
- Do not use for more than 7 days without doctor’s advice
- If bleeding persists, consult doctor
- Advantages:
- Fast pain relief
- Reduces swelling effectively
- Multi-action formula
- Note: Effective for hemorrhoid pain, itching, and inflammation
Dawnglo - UV Sunscreen
- Salt/Composition (Broad Spectrum Sunscreen):
- Physical Blockers: Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide
- Chemical Filters: Avobenzone, Octinoxate
- SPF: 30-50+ (Sun Protection Factor)
- PA+++ (UVA protection)
- Used For:
- Sun protection (UVA and UVB rays)
- Prevention of sunburn
- Prevention of skin aging (photoaging)
- Hyperpigmentation prevention
- Skin cancer prevention
- Melasma management
- How It Works:
- Physical blockers: Reflect UV rays
- Chemical filters: Absorb UV radiation
- Broad spectrum protection
- Application:
- Apply liberally 15-30 minutes before sun exposure
- Reapply every 2-3 hours (or after swimming/sweating)
- Use on all exposed skin
- Amount: 2 finger-lengths for face and neck
- Cost: ₹300-₹500 per 50g tube
- Important:
- Essential for daily use (even indoors if near windows)
- Use year-round
- Non-comedogenic (doesn’t clog pores)
- Benefits:
- Prevents tanning
- Reduces signs of aging
- Protects from harmful UV damage
- Note: Dermatologist-recommended for healthy skin
Medicated Soaps
Jamoi Soap
- Salt/Composition:
- Salicylic Acid (Keratolytic - exfoliant)
- Kojic Acid (Skin lightening agent)
- Tea Tree Oil (Antibacterial, antifungal)
- Glycerin (Moisturizer)
- May contain: Aloe Vera, Vitamin E
- Used For:
- Acne (pimples, blackheads, whiteheads)
- Oily skin
- Hyperpigmentation (dark spots)
- Skin brightening
- Uneven skin tone
- Body acne (back, chest)
- Melasma, sun damage
- How It Works:
- Salicylic Acid: Exfoliates dead skin cells, unclogs pores, reduces acne
- Kojic Acid: Inhibits melanin production, lightens dark spots and pigmentation
- Tea Tree Oil: Antibacterial properties - kills acne-causing bacteria
- Glycerin: Prevents dryness, moisturizes skin
- Application:
- Wet skin, lather soap, massage gently for 1-2 minutes
- Rinse thoroughly with water
- Use twice daily (morning and evening)
- Cost: ₹120-₹200 per 75g bar
- Important:
- Dermatologist-recommended for acne and pigmentation
- May cause mild tingling (normal)
- Use sunscreen during day (salicylic and kojic acid increase sun sensitivity)
- Avoid contact with eyes
- For external use only
- Benefits:
- Clears acne effectively
- Brightens skin tone
- Reduces dark spots
- Controls oil
- Improves skin texture
- Duration: Visible results in 4-8 weeks with regular use
- Note: Popular dermatologist-recommended soap for acne and skin brightening
👁️ EYE DROPS
Moistane Eye Drops - 10ml
- Salt/Composition:
- Polyethylene Glycol 400 (0.4% w/v) (Lubricant)
- Propylene Glycol (0.3% w/v) (Humectant)
- Used For:
- Dry eyes (tear deficiency)
- Eye irritation and burning sensation
- Computer Vision Syndrome (digital eye strain)
- Contact lens discomfort
- Environmental irritation (dust, smoke, AC, wind)
- Post-LASIK dryness
- How It Works:
- Artificial tears - lubricates eye surface
- Mimics natural tear film
- Polyethylene Glycol: Provides long-lasting lubrication
- Propylene Glycol: Retains moisture on eye surface
- Protects and soothes cornea
- Dosage: 1-2 drops in affected eye(s) 3-4 times daily or as needed
- Cost: ₹120-₹180 per 10ml bottle
- Advantages:
- Preservative-free options available
- Can be used long-term safely
- Compatible with contact lenses
- No blurring
- Storage: Once opened, use within 1 month (discard after)
- Note: Very common for screen users and dry eye syndrome, safe for frequent use
🟤 NERVE PAIN / NEUROPATHY MEDICINES
Pregator Capsule
- Salt/Composition (Neuropathic Pain Formula):
- Pregabalin 75mg (Anticonvulsant/Neuropathic pain reliever)
- Alpha Lipoic Acid 200mg (Antioxidant)
- Methylcobalamin 1500mcg (Vitamin B12)
- Folic Acid 1.5mg (Vitamin B9)
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) 3mg
- Used For:
- Neuropathic pain (nerve pain)
- Diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage in diabetes)
- Post-herpetic neuralgia (shingles pain)
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Nerve damage from injury or disease
- Fibromyalgia
- Vitamin B deficiency-related nerve issues
- How It Works:
- Pregabalin: Controls calcium channel activity in nerves, reduces pain signals to brain
- Alpha Lipoic Acid: Powerful antioxidant - protects nerves from oxidative damage
- Methylcobalamin: Active form of Vitamin B12 - repairs damaged nerve fibers and promotes nerve regeneration
- Folic Acid & B6: Support nerve health and red blood cell formation
- Combined action: Decreases pain while protecting and rejuvenating damaged nerve cells
- Dosage: 1 capsule once or twice daily (as prescribed)
- Best Time: After meals
- Duration: Usually 4-12 weeks or longer for chronic conditions
- Cost: ₹150-₹300 per 10 capsules
- Important:
- May cause dizziness, drowsiness - avoid driving initially
- Do not stop suddenly (taper gradually)
- Avoid alcohol
- Not for pregnancy/breastfeeding without doctor’s advice
- Side Effects: Dizziness, drowsiness, weight gain, dry mouth
- Benefits:
- Effective nerve pain relief
- Nerve repair and protection
- Reduces tingling, burning, numbness
- Note: Comprehensive neuropathic pain treatment with nerve regeneration support
💉 VACCINE
Covishield Vaccine
- Salt/Composition:
- ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 (Recombinant Adenovirus Vector Vaccine)
- Contains weakened adenovirus carrying SARS-CoV-2 spike protein gene
- Used For:
- COVID-19 prevention
- Active immunization against SARS-CoV-2 virus
- Reduces severity of COVID-19
- How It Works:
- Viral vector vaccine
- Adenovirus delivers COVID-19 spike protein gene to cells
- Body produces spike protein
- Immune system creates antibodies and memory cells
- Protects against COVID-19 infection
- Dosage Schedule:
- Dose 1: Initial dose
- Dose 2: 12-16 weeks after first dose (optimal interval)
- Booster: As per government guidelines
- Route: Intramuscular injection (upper arm)
- Age: 18 years and above
- Efficacy: 60-90% (depending on variant and interval)
- Cost: Free under government program; ₹600-₹1,200 at private centers (historically)
- Side Effects (Common):
- Injection site pain, redness
- Fever, fatigue
- Headache, muscle aches
- Usually resolve in 1-2 days
- Rare Side Effects:
- Severe allergic reaction (very rare)
- Blood clots (extremely rare - 1 in 100,000)
- Manufacturer: Serum Institute of India (Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine)
- Note: Most widely used COVID-19 vaccine in India
🟣 LIVER HEALTH SUPPLEMENTS
Pivens Capsule
- Salt/Composition (NAFLD/NASH Formula):
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids 500mg (EPA + DHA)
- Vitamin E (Tocopherol) 400mg (Antioxidant)
- Used For:
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
- Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Liver inflammation and fibrosis
- Metabolic syndrome with fatty liver
- Reducing liver fat accumulation
- How It Works:
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Anti-inflammatory properties, reduce liver triglycerides, improve liver enzyme levels
- Vitamin E: Powerful antioxidant - protects liver cells from oxidative stress and inflammation
- Combined action: Reduces liver fat, decreases inflammation, prevents progression to cirrhosis
- Dosage: 1 capsule once or twice daily after meals
- Duration: Long-term therapy (6-12 months or more)
- Cost: ₹150-₹220 per 10 capsules
- Important:
- Take with meals for better absorption
- Regular liver function tests needed
- Lifestyle changes essential (diet, exercise, weight loss)
- Not a substitute for dietary modifications
- Benefits:
- Reduces liver inflammation
- Improves liver enzyme levels (ALT, AST)
- Reduces liver fat content
- Protects against liver damage
- Contraindications: Bleeding disorders (high-dose Vitamin E may increase bleeding risk)
- Note: Nutritional supplement for fatty liver disease management, works best with lifestyle modifications
Quick Reference - Medicine Categories (Part 2)
| Category | Examples | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | Glyciphage, Vildagard M, Glador 2 | Blood sugar control |
| Liver Health | Bilypsa (Saroglitazar), Obetohep, Livi-300 (UDCA) | Diabetic dyslipidemia, Liver/bile diseases |
| Liver Supplements | Pivens (Omega-3 + Vit E) | NAFLD, NASH |
| PPIs | Rabimond, Pansy | Acidity, GERD |
| Antibiotics | Zerapod, Nor-Metrogyl Plus | Infections, Diarrhea |
| Pain/Inflammation | Meftal 500 | Pain relief |
| Steroids | Dexa, Predmet 4 | Severe inflammation |
| Cholesterol | Atchol-10 | High cholesterol |
| Skin Creams | Monovate-G, Derivate-GM, Smuth (Piles) | Skin infections, Hemorrhoids |
| Skin Care | Dawnglo UV (Sunscreen), Jamoi Soap | Sun protection, Acne |
| Eye Drops | Moistane | Dry eyes |
| Nerve Pain | Pregator | Neuropathic pain |
| Vaccine | Covishield | COVID-19 prevention |
⚠️ Important Safety Guidelines - Part 2
Diabetes Medicines:
- 🩸 Monitor blood sugar regularly
- ⏰ Take at fixed times
- 🍽️ Never skip meals after diabetes medicine
- 🍬 Carry glucose/sugar for emergencies (hypoglycemia)
- 📊 Regular HbA1c monitoring (every 3 months)
Liver Medicines:
- 🧪 Periodic liver function tests
- 🚫 Avoid alcohol completely
- 💊 Take full course as prescribed
- ⚕️ Regular doctor follow-ups
Corticosteroids (Dexa, Predmet):
- ⚠️ NEVER stop suddenly (taper gradually)
- 🩺 Monitor blood sugar and blood pressure
- 🦴 May weaken bones with long-term use
- 🦠 Increases infection risk
- 💊 Take with food
Topical Steroids (Monovate-G, Derivate-GM):
- ⏱️ Use for shortest duration (max 2 weeks)
- 🚫 Never on face (unless prescribed)
- 👶 Avoid in children (skin thinning risk)
- 📏 Apply thin layer only
Antibiotics:
- ✅ Complete full course
- 🚫 Never self-prescribe
- ⏰ Take at regular intervals
- 🍽️ Follow food instructions (with/without meals)
தமிழில் முக்கிய குறிப்புகள் (Important Notes in Tamil) - Part 2
நீரிழிவு மருந்துகள் (Diabetes Medicines):
- ✅ மருந்து எடுத்த பின் உணவு தவறாமல் சாப்பிட வேண்டும்
- ✅ இரத்த சர்க்கரையை தொடர்ந்து சோதிக்க வேண்டும்
- ❌ மருத்துவர் ஆலோசனை இன்றி மருந்தை நிறுத்த வேண்டாம்
கல்லீரல் மருந்துகள் (Liver Medicines):
- 🚫 மது அருந்துதல் முற்றிலும் தவிர்க்கவும்
- ✅ கல்லீரல் பரிசோதனை தொடர்ந்து செய்யவும்
நரம்பு வலி மருந்துகள் (Nerve Pain Medicines):
- ⚠️ தலைச்சுற்றல், தூக்கம் ஏற்படலாம் - வாகனம் ஓட்டுதல் தவிர்க்கவும்
- ✅ பரிந்துரைக்கப்பட்ட காலம் எடுத்துக்கொள்ளவும்
தடுப்பூசி (Vaccine):
- ✅ இரண்டு டோஸ்களும் போட்டுக்கொள்வது அவசியம்
- ✅ பக்க விளைவுகள் 1-2 நாட்களில் சரியாகும்
Medicine Interactions & Contraindications
Avoid These Combinations Without Doctor’s Advice:
⚠️ Metformin (Glyciphage) + Alcohol = Risk of lactic acidosis (dangerous)
⚠️ Ornidazole (Nor-Metrogyl Plus) + Alcohol = Severe nausea, vomiting
⚠️ Atorvastatin (Atchol) + Grapefruit Juice = Increased drug levels, muscle damage risk
⚠️ Corticosteroids (Dexa/Predmet) + NSAIDs (Meftal) = Increased gastric ulcer risk
⚠️ Glimepiride (Glador 2) + Skipped Meals = Severe hypoglycemia (dangerous)
⚠️ Pregabalin (Pregator) + Alcohol = Increased drowsiness, dizziness
⚠️ High-dose Vitamin E (Pivens) + Blood Thinners = Increased bleeding risk