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Glitz M 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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Is the use of Glitz M safe for pregnant women?
Glitz M may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Glitz M, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Glitz M safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Glitz M may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Glitz M should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Glitz M on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Glitz M on kidneys.
What is the effect of Glitz M on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Glitz M on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Glitz M on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Glitz M on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Glitz M 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 Glitz M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glitz M habit forming or addictive?
Glitz M does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Glitz M as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Glitz M only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Glitz M for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Glitz M
There is no information on the effects of taking Glitz M with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glitz M
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Glitz M with alcohol.
Yes, Glitz M can cause some sleep problems, especially insomnia. On the other hand, Glitz M has proven to be useful for preventing sleep apnea. The exact relationship between Glitz M and sleep problems is still not clear, and further studies are needed for a clearer understanding.
Yes, Glitz M commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Glitz M with your meal and increase the dose gradually.
Yes, Glitz M can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Glitz M causes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) especially at night which can cause night sweats. Need to monitor your blood glucose level regularly, and talk to your doctor as your dose of Glitz M may need to be adjusted.
Yes, you can take Glitz M with a beta-blocker. People with diabetes tend to develop heart disease or stroke at an earlier age than the general population. One reason for this is that high glucose levels increase your risk of high blood pressure (hypertension). No harmful interactions are seen between them. However, a recent study suggests that beta-blockers can decrease the plasma level of Glitz M and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.
No, you should not take alcohol with Glitz M, because it can cause serious side effects which includes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The risk of hypoglycemia is higher when you're drinking and taking Glitz M than if you're just taking Glitz M. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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