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Medfor is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diabetes.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Medfor. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Medfor include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Medfor side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Medfor normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Medfor's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Medfor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Medfor is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Medfor have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Medfor with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Medfor is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Medfor 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Medfor is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Medfor safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Medfor.
Is the use of Medfor safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Medfor. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Medfor on the Kidneys?
Medfor does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Medfor on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Medfor on the liver.
What is the effect of Medfor on the Heart?
Medfor is not harmful for the heart.
Medfor 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 Medfor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Medfor habit forming or addictive?
Medfor does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Medfor does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Medfor is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Medfor is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Medfor
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Medfor with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medfor
Taking Medfor with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucophage® (metformin hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 275-276
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 825-826
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucophage® (metformin hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 275-276
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 825-826