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Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10) is used to treat the following -
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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.
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Is the use of Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?
Valdiff M can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Valdiff M right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?
Valdiff M is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10) on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Valdiff M. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10) on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Valdiff M. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10) on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Valdiff M on the heart, information on safety of Valdiff M for the heart is unavailable.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?
Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10) does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10) can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10) should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10) is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10)
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10)
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Valdiff M 500 Tablet (10).
Yes, Valdiff M can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Valdiff M 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 Valdiff M may need to be adjusted.
Yes, Valdiff M commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Valdiff M with your meal and increase the dose gradually.
Valdiff M contain metformin, is an oral antidiabetic drug which belongs to the class of biguanide. It is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in people who are overweight. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. Moreover, it also reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications of diabetes.
No, you should not take alcohol with Valdiff M, 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 Valdiff M than if you're just taking Valdiff M. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.
Yes, you can take Valdiff M 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 Valdiff M and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.
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