ALPINAC

Taurine (500mg) + Acetylcysteine (150mg)

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

ALPINAC Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of diabetic kidney disease. It protects the kidneys from damage and reduces the risk of kidney failure.

ALPINAC Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea and vomiting. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.

Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases. Also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

USES OF ALPINAC TABLET

BENEFITS OF ALPINAC TABLET

In Treatment of Diabetic kidney disease

Diabetic kidney disease is a type of kidney disease that is caused by diabetes or an increase in blood sugar. This leads to damage to the kidney and as a result, kidneys fail to work.

ALPINAC Tablet prevents or slows down the damage of kidney cells and helps in the proper function of kidneys. It helps in the elimination of toxic materials such as urea from the kidneys and improves kidney function.

The best way to prevent diabetes-related kidney disease is to maintain your blood sugar to an optimal level. A healthy lifestyle and taking your medicines as prescribed can help you achieve these goals and improve your health overall.

HOW TO USE ALPINAC TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. ALPINAC Tablet is to be taken with food.

HOW ALPINAC TABLET WORKS

ALPINAC Tablet is a combination of two antioxidants: Taurine and Acetylcysteine. These antioxidants work by protecting the kidneys from damage by harmful chemical (free radicals).

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with ALPINAC Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

ALPINAC Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

ALPINAC Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether ALPINAC Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

ALPINAC Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of ALPINAC Tablet is recommended.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of ALPINAC Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ALPINAC TABLET?

If you miss a dose of ALPINAC Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.