Indication
Type II diabetes mellitus.
Contra Indication
Hypersensitivity, Infammatory bowel disease, GI obstruction. Hernia, severe ketosis, diabetic coma, severe infection. IDDM, Pregnancy and lactation.
Caution
History of laparotomy or ileus. Roemheld's syndrome, stenosis, severe hepatic or renal impairment. Child <18 yr; elderly. Monitor LFT. Treat hypoglycaemic episodes with glucose (not with sucrose).
Side Effect
Flatulence, abdominal distension, diarrhea, pain, skin reactions, low blood sugar, increased LFT.