In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus, helps control high blood glucose (sugar) levels in patients with diabetes. Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. Controlling blood glucose levels helps prevent serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, blindness, and may reduce your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. Continue taking the medicine for as long as it is prescribed.