Diafer

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Diafer Information

Diafer is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The right dosage of Diafer depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Diafer also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Diafer as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Diafer are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Diafer's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Diafer has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Diafer related warnings section.

Diafer can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Diafer in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. The section on Diafer contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Diafer may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Diafer is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Diafer Benefits & Uses

Diafer is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diafer Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Diafer Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Diafer is used -

Severe

  • Blurred vision

Moderate

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Altered taste
  • Diarrhoea
  • पेट दर्द
  • Loss of appetite
  • Headache
  • पेट की गैस
  • Dyspepsia

Common

  • Stomach Upset
  • Difficulty urinating

Diafer Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Diafer safe for pregnant women?


    Diafer rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

    Mild
  • Is the use of Diafer safe during breastfeeding?


    Diafer can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Diafer on the Kidneys?


    Diafer is not harmful for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Diafer on the Liver?


    There are no any side effects of Diafer on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Diafer on the Heart?


    Using Diafer does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Diafer with Other Drugs

Diafer should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Diafer Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Diafer unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Diafer

  • Is this Diafer habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Diafer is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Diafer since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Diafer should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Diafer cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Diafer Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Diafer


    There is no information on the effects of taking Diafer with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Diafer


    Consuming Diafer with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Diafer

Question almost 5 years ago

How does Diafer help in weight loss?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Diafer helps in weight loss by reducing appetite and food intake. It also increases the insulin sensitivity in your body to work more effectively. This lead to decreased glucose production increases the use of glucose and decrease the fat deposition further helps in weight loss. However, Diafer is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Diafer with gliclazide?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, you can take Diafer with gliclazide, no harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, it is not necessary that no interaction can happen between these two. But before taking such kind of combination you must consult your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Diafer cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Diafer can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). However, this can also occur if you delay or miss a meal, drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, can't eat due to stomach upset, and taking other antidiabetic medicine with metformin. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia, always keep glucose-rich food with you. 

Question about 5 years ago

How does Diafer work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Diafer works by decreasing the hepatic glucose production. It also works to lower blood sugar by increasing your sensitivity to insulin and decreasing the amount of glucose that is absorbed from the food you eat.

Question over 4 years ago

How does Diafer increase lactic acidosis?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Lactic acidosis associated with Diafer treatment is a rare but fatal adverse effect. Lactic acidosis appears to result from biguanide interference causing an increase in production and decrease in clearance of lactate leading to higher cellular lactate levels. A decrease in pyruvate carboxylase activity, the rate-limiting enzyme in the formation of glucose from lactate, can also decrease hepatic metabolism of lactate. leading to increasing lactic acidosis. Signs and symptoms of Diafer induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst. 



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

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