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Carbophage XR 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Carbophage XR 500 Tablet 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.
The side effects typically associated with Carbophage XR 500 Tablet include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Some other side effects of Carbophage XR 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Carbophage XR 500 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Carbophage XR 500 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Carbophage XR 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Carbophage XR 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Carbophage XR 500 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Carbophage XR 500 Tablet in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. Other contraindications of Carbophage XR 500 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Carbophage XR 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Carbophage XR 500 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Carbophage XR 500 Tablet 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 Carbophage XR 500 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Carbophage XR 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Carbophage rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Carbophage XR 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Carbophage. If you see any side effects, stop taking Carbophage immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Carbophage again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Carbophage XR 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Carbophage is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Carbophage XR 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Carbophage is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Carbophage XR 500 Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Carbophage without any fear of damage to the heart.
Carbophage XR 500 Tablet 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 Carbophage XR 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Carbophage XR 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Carbophage XR 500 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Carbophage XR 500 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Carbophage XR 500 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Carbophage XR 500 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Carbophage XR 500 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Carbophage XR 500 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Carbophage XR 500 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Carbophage XR 500 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
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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
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
