Geminor Information
Geminor is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The correct dosage of Geminor depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Geminor side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Geminor are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Geminor's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Geminor related warnings talks about Geminor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Geminor can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Geminor in conditions like Heart Disease, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Geminor have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Geminor may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Geminor, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Geminor Benefits & Uses
Geminor is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Geminor 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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Geminor Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Geminor is used -
Moderate
- Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
- Weakness
- Low energy
- Itching or burning
- Urticaria
- Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
- Weight gain
Geminor Related Warnings
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Is the use of Geminor safe for pregnant women?
Geminor can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Geminor right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Moderate -
Is the use of Geminor safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Geminor for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Geminor on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Geminor. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Geminor on the Liver?
Geminor 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 Geminor on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Geminor on the heart have been reported.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Geminor with Other Drugs
Geminor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Geminor Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Geminor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Disease
- Liver Disease
- Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
- Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
- Alopecia
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Geminor
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Is this Geminor habit forming or addictive?
Geminor is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Geminor will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Geminor is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Geminor is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Geminor Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Geminor
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Geminor with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Geminor
Taking Geminor with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amaryl (glimepiride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1156-1158
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amaryl (glimepiride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1156-1158