Medfor 1000 Tablet SR: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Medfor Information

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

Medfor Benefits & Uses

Medfor is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Medfor 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
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Medfor Related Warnings

Is the use of Medfor safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Medfor.

Mild
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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Medfor on the Kidneys?

Medfor does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Medfor on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Medfor on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Medfor on the Heart?

Medfor is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Medfor with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Medfor Contraindications

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

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Anemia
Shock
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Medfor

Is this Medfor habit forming or addictive?

Medfor does not cause addiction.

No
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.

Safe
Is it safe?

Medfor 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?

Medfor is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Medfor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Medfor

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Medfor with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Medfor

Taking Medfor with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Medfor

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Medfor?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Medfor should be taken with food to reduce stomach and bowel side effects, which may experience the first few weeks of treatment. Also, exercise regularly and test for sugar in your blood or urine as directed.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Medfor safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Medfor is safe to use, many people have side effects at first, they usually diminish and then go away completely in a few weeks. A few people find they cannot tolerate metformin, there are other drugs but metformin is usually the first choice. It is very safe

Question over 4 years ago

Can Medfor cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Medfor is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Medfor type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Medfor cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Medfor can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Medfor 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 Medfor may need to be adjusted.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take alcohol with Medfor?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, you should not take alcohol with Medfor, 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 Medfor than if you're just taking Medfor. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.