Reglit
Prescription Required
Reglit Information
Reglit is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Diabetes Type 2 are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Reglit depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Reglit have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Reglit go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Reglit's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Reglit related warnings talks about Reglit's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Reglit is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes Type 1 are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Reglit have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Reglit may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Reglit is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Reglit Benefits & Uses
Reglit is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Diabetes Type 2Other Benefits
- Diabetes Type 2 Primary
Reglit 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
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Reglit Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Reglit is used -
Severe
- Bone Fracture
Moderate
- Blurred vision
Mild
Reglit Related Warnings
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Is the use of Reglit safe for pregnant women?
Reglit shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
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Is the use of Reglit safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Reglit may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Reglit should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Reglit on the Kidneys?
Reglit may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
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What is the effect of Reglit on the Liver?
Effects of Reglit on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
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What is the effect of Reglit on the Heart?
There may be severe side effects of Reglit on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
Severe
Severe Interaction of Reglit with Other Drugs
Reglit should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Reglit Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Reglit unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Anemia
- Edema
- Heart Disease
- Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
- Diabetes Type 1
- Liver Disease
- Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Reglit
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Is this Reglit habit forming or addictive?
Reglit does not cause addiction.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Reglit will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
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Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Reglit only on doctor's advice.
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Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Reglit is not used to treat mental disorders.
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Reglit Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Reglit
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Reglit and food will interact.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Reglit
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Reglit are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Mild
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Avandia (rosiglitazone maleate) Tablets
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 276-277
