Diafer 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Diafer 250 Tablet Information

Diafer 250 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Diafer 250 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Diafer 250 Tablet include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Some other side effects of Diafer 250 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Diafer 250 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Diafer 250 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Diafer 250 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Diafer 250 Tablet related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock must refrain from the use of Diafer 250 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Diafer 250 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Diafer 250 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Diafer 250 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Diafer Benefits & Uses
Diafer Dosage & How to Take
Diafer Side Effects
Diafer Related Warnings
Diafer Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Diafer
Diafer Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Diafer 250 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Diafer 250 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Diafer 250 Tablet 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 250 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Diafer 250 Tablet 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 250 Tablet 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 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Diafer is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Diafer 250 Tablet on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Diafer 250 Tablet on the Heart?

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

Safe

Diafer 250 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Diafer 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Anemia
Shock
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Diafer 250 Tablet

Is this Diafer 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Diafer 250 Tablet 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 250 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Diafer 250 Tablet 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 250 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Diafer 250 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Diafer 250 Tablet

There is no information on the effects of taking Diafer 250 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Diafer 250 Tablet

Consuming Diafer 250 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Diafer 250 Tablet

Question about 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 almost 5 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 over 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.