Trigem Information

Trigem is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses. Trigem also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Trigem is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Trigem include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Trigem have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Trigem 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, Trigem's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Trigem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Trigem related warnings section.

Trigem is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects.

Drug interactions for Trigem have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Trigem is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Trigem Benefits & Uses

Trigem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Trigem 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: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 15 mg pioglitazone, 1 mg glimepiride and 500 mg metformin
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 15 mg pioglitazone, 1 mg glimepiride and 500 mg metformin

Trigem Related Warnings

Is the use of Trigem safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Trigem for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Trigem safe during breastfeeding?

Trigem does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Trigem on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Trigem. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Trigem on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Trigem. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Trigem on the Heart?

Trigem has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Trigem with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Aspirin

Furosemide

Trigem Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Trigem

Is this Trigem habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Trigem has not been reported.

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

After taking Trigem you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Trigem only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Trigem cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Trigem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Trigem

There is no information on the effects of taking Trigem with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Trigem

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Trigem with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucophage® (metformin hydrochloride)

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Trigem

Trigem Information

Trigem Benefits & Uses

Trigem Dosage & How to Take

Trigem Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Trigem with Other Drugs

Trigem Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Trigem

Trigem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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