Galvus Met Information
Galvus Met is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes. The alternative uses of Galvus Met have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Galvus Met depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Galvus Met also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Diarrhoea, Nausea or vomiting. Some other side effects of Galvus Met have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Galvus Met are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Galvus Met is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Galvus Met's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Galvus Met related warnings section.
Galvus Met is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Pancreatitis are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Galvus Met contraindications section.
Additionally, Galvus Met may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Galvus Met is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Galvus Met Benefits & Uses
Galvus Met is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Other Benefits
- Diabetes Type 2
Galvus Met 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
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Galvus Met Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Galvus Met is used -
Severe
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
Common
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea or vomiting
- Sore throat
- Nasal congestion
Galvus Met Related Warnings
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Is the use of Galvus Met safe for pregnant women?
Galvus Met can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Galvus Met, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Galvus Met safe during breastfeeding?
Galvus Met does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Galvus Met on the Kidneys?
Galvus Met can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Galvus Met on the Liver?
Galvus Met may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Galvus Met on the Heart?
Side effects of Galvus Met on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Unknown
Severe Interaction of Galvus Met with Other Drugs
Galvus Met should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Galvus Met Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Galvus Met unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Pancreatitis
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Frequently asked Questions about Galvus Met
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Is this Galvus Met habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Galvus Met has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Galvus Met. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Galvus Met should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Galvus Met cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Galvus Met Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Galvus Met
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Galvus Met with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Galvus Met
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Galvus Met.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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