Gliva Plus Information

Gliva Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes. The alternative uses of Gliva Plus have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gliva Plus. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Gliva Plus include Nausea or vomiting, Bradycardia, Constipation. Some other side effects of Gliva Plus have been listed ahead. These side effects of Gliva Plus are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Gliva Plus has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gliva Plus related warnings talks about Gliva Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Gliva Plus are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Gliva Plus with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gliva Plus is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Gliva Plus Benefits & Uses
Gliva Plus Dosage & How to Take
Gliva Plus Side Effects
Gliva Plus Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Gliva Plus with Other Drugs
Gliva Plus Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Gliva Plus
Gliva Plus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Gliva Plus Benefits & Uses

Gliva Plus is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Gliva Plus 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Gliclazide (80 mg), Metformin (500 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Gliclazide (80 mg), Metformin (500 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Gliclazide (80 mg), Metformin (500 mg)/Tablet

Gliva Plus Related Warnings

Is the use of Gliva Plus safe for pregnant women?

Gliva Plus can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Gliva Plus right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Gliva Plus safe during breastfeeding?

Gliva Plus is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Gliva Plus on the Kidneys?

Gliva Plus may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gliva Plus on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Gliva Plus. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Gliva Plus only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gliva Plus on the Heart?

Effects of Gliva Plus on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Gliva Plus with Other Drugs

Gliva Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenylbutazone

PHENYLBUTAZONE TABLET 10S

Rifampicin

Phenytoin

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Chlorpromazine

Estradiol

Amlodipine

Gliva Plus Contraindications

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

Hemolytic Anemia
Heart Disease
Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Gliva Plus

Is this Gliva Plus habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Gliva Plus.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Gliva Plus since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Gliva Plus 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?

There is no benefit of taking Gliva Plus for mental disorders.

No

Gliva Plus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gliva Plus

Taking Gliva Plus with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gliva Plus

Consumption of alcohol and Gliva Plus together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe