Minmek

10 Tablet in 1 Strip Out of Stock
₹ 18.6
10 TABLET 1 Strip ₹ 18.6
myUpchar Recommended - 59% more Savings
Zomet 500 Tablet
Zomet 500 Tablet 10 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹7.61 ₹8.0112% off  BUY NOW
  • Out of Stock

Minmek Information



Minmek Benefits & Uses

Minmek is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Minmek 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

Minmek Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Minmek safe for pregnant women?


    Minmek has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

    Mild
  • Is the use of Minmek safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Minmek. If you see any side effects, stop taking Minmek immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Minmek again, only after your doctor's advice.

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


    There are no side effects of Minmek on the kidneys.

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


    Minmek is not harmful for the liver.

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


    There are no any side effects of Minmek for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Minmek with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Minmek Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Minmek

  • Is this Minmek habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Minmek has not been reported.

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


    Minmek does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Minmek should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Minmek is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Minmek Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Minmek


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

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Minmek


    Taking alcohol with Minmek can be dangerous.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Minmek

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take alcohol with Minmek?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, you should not take alcohol with Minmek, because it can cause serious side effects which includes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The risk of hypoglycemia is higher when you're drinking and taking Minmek than if you're just taking Minmek. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Minmek cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Minmek can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Minmek causes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) especially at night which can cause night sweats. Need to monitor your blood glucose level regularly, and talk to your doctor as your dose of Minmek may need to be adjusted.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Minmek cause stomach ulcers?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Minmek commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Minmek with your meal and increase the dose gradually.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Minmek cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Minmek 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 over 5 years ago

What are the uses of Minmek?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Minmek is used with a proper diet and exercise program, to treat diabetes. It is also used with other medication to reduce the high blood sugar. It is used in a patient with type2 diabetes. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and cancer.



See all substitutes for Minmek


This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

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

Ayurvedic Alternatives from myUpchar Ayurveda

Wheatgrass Juice 1 litre Juice in 1 Bottle ₹449 ₹49910% off
Sugar Tablet 60 Capsule in 1 Bottle ₹899 ₹99910% off
See more


In stock alternatives of Minmek (based on Metformin (500 mg))

Glycomet 500 Tablet (10)
Glycomet 500 Tablet (10) 10 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹16
Glyciphage SR 850 Tablet
Glyciphage SR 850 Tablet 10 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹37 ₹382% off
Glyciphage 850 Tablet
Glyciphage 850 Tablet 10 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹26 ₹275% off
Glyciphage SR 500 Tablet
Glyciphage SR 500 Tablet 10 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹21
Glyciphage Tablet
Glyciphage Tablet 20 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹32 ₹332% off
Glyciphage 250 Tablet
Glyciphage 250 Tablet 10 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹10 ₹115% off


You may also like

Glucobay 50 Mg Tablet
Glucobay 50 Mg Tablet 10 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹138 ₹1465% off
Exermet 500 SR Tablet (15)
Exermet 500 SR Tablet (15) 15 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹31 ₹325% off
Gluconorm SR 1g Tablet
Gluconorm SR 1g Tablet 15 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹57 ₹605% off
Gluformin 500 Tablet (10)
Gluformin 500 Tablet (10) 10 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹15 ₹165% off
Glyciphage SR 1gm Tablet
Glyciphage SR 1gm Tablet 10 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹38 ₹394% off
Glycomet 500 Tablet (10)
Glycomet 500 Tablet (10) 10 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹16





cross
Ask your health query from live doctors now!