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Claformin Hs, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses. Claformin Hs also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Claformin Hs depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Claformin Hs are Nausea or vomiting, Bradycardia, Constipation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Claformin Hs can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Claformin Hs are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Claformin Hs has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Claformin Hs related warnings talks about Claformin Hs's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Claformin Hs are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Claformin Hs with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Claformin Hs is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Claformin Hs 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Claformin Hs is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Claformin Hs safe for pregnant women?
Claformin Hs can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Claformin Hs, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Claformin Hs safe during breastfeeding?
Claformin Hs does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Claformin Hs on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Claformin Hs. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Claformin Hs on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Claformin Hs. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Claformin Hs only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Claformin Hs on the Heart?
Effects of Claformin Hs on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
Claformin Hs should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Claformin Hs unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Claformin Hs habit forming or addictive?
Claformin Hs does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Claformin Hs since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Claformin Hs should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Claformin Hs for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Claformin Hs
It is safe to take Claformin Hs with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Claformin Hs
Consuming Claformin Hs with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucophage® (metformin hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 275-276
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 825-826