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Glicab is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Diabetes Type 2 are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Glicab have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Glicab depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Glicab are Constipation, Abdominal Pain, Indigestion. While these are the most often observed Glicab side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Glicab go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Glicab's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Glicab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Glicab related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Diabetic Ketoacidosis must refrain from the use of Glicab since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Glicab contraindications section.
Additionally, Glicab may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Glicab, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Glicab is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Glicab safe for pregnant women?
Glicab can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Glicab safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Glicab may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Glicab should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Glicab on the Kidneys?
Glicab can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Glicab on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Glicab. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Glicab on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Glicab on the heart have been reported.
Glicab should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glicab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glicab habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Glicab.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Glicab since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Glicab only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Glicab for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Glicab
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Glicab, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glicab
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Glicab as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1314-1315