alrista 50mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is alrista 50mg tablet used for?
Aldonil (Epalrestat) is used to treat ANTI DIABETIC. It contains Epalrestat (50mg), which Inhibits aldose reductase, reducing sorbitol accumulation. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Epalrestat
- Manufacturer: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ alrista 50mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Diabetic neuropathy
Off-label uses: Diabetic retinopathy, Diabetic nephropathy
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Epalrestat |
| Brand Name | Aldonil |
| Manufacturer | Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI DIABETIC |
| Action Class | Aldose reductase inhibitor |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits aldose reductase, reducing sorbitol accumulation
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take alrista 50mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of alrista 50mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dizziness
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Hepatic dysfunction
- Thrombocytopenia
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Anaphylaxis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Insulin | Moderate | Enhanced hypoglycemic effect |
๐จ Major Interactions
- NSAIDs
- Anticoagulants
โก Moderate Interactions
- Insulin
- Sulfonylureas
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Thiazide diuretics
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May increase risk of hypoglycemia
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to epalrestat, severe hepatic impairment
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Blood glucose, liver function tests
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; excretion in milk unknown
๐ Overdose Management
Symptomatic and supportive treatment
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for alrista 50mg tablet
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.