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Bimet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The correct dosage of Bimet 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.
Bimet also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Bimet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Bimet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Bimet is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Bimet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Bimet related warnings section.
Bimet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock are examples of such conditions. The section on Bimet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Bimet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Bimet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Bimet is used to treat the following -
Main 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bimet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Bimet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Bimet has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Bimet safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Bimet. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Bimet on the Kidneys?
Bimet does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Bimet on the Liver?
Using Bimet does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Bimet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Bimet for the heart.
Bimet 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 Bimet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bimet habit forming or addictive?
Bimet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Bimet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Bimet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Bimet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Bimet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Bimet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bimet
Consuming Bimet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Bimet 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, Bimet is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.
Yes, Bimet is safe to use, many people have side effects at first, they usually diminish and then go away completely in a few weeks. A few people find they cannot tolerate metformin, there are other drugs but metformin is usually the first choice. It is very safe
Yes, Bimet can be taken with the statin. There is no serious or harmful interaction have been observed between them. Some studies say that it's possible your blood sugar (blood glucose) level may increase when you take a statin, which may lead to developing type 2 diabetes. The risk is small but important enough that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning on statin labels regarding blood glucose levels and diabetes.
Yes, Bimet 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.
Bimet is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Bimet type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
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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
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
