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Medformin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The correct dosage of Medformin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Medformin are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Medformin as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Medformin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Medformin has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Medformin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Medformin related warnings section.
Medformin 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 conditions have been mentioned below in the Medformin contraindications section.
Additionally, Medformin may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Medformin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Medformin 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 Medformin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Medformin safe for pregnant women?
Medformin rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Medformin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Medformin. If you see any side effects, stop taking Medformin immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Medformin again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Medformin on the Kidneys?
Using Medformin does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Medformin on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Medformin on the liver.
What is the effect of Medformin on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Medformin for the heart.
Medformin 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 Medformin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Medformin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Medformin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Medformin since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Medformin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Medformin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Medformin
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Medformin, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medformin
Consuming Medformin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Medformin can be taken forever, diabetes is a progressive disease it's possible that more medication and/or insulin may eventually need to be added to the regime.
Yes, you can take Medformin with gliclazide, no harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, it is not necessary that no interaction can happen between these two. But before taking such kind of combination you must consult your doctor.
Yes, you can take Medformin 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 Medformin and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.
Yes, Medformin 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
Medformin increases the sensitivity of insulin, young women with PCOS often have elevated insulin levels and are more likely to develop diabetes. It is often prescribed for women with PCOS to help prevent diabetes. A lifestyle that includes healthy nutrition and daily exercise is the most important part of a PCOS treatment plan.
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; 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
