Zilmet

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  • Contains / Salt: Gliclazide (30 mg) + Metformin (500 mg)
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Zilmet Information

Zilmet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes. Secondary and off-label uses of Zilmet have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Zilmet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Zilmet include Nausea or vomiting, Bradycardia, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zilmet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Zilmet 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 Zilmet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Zilmet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zilmet related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Zilmet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Zilmet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zilmet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Zilmet Benefits & Uses

Zilmet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

  • Diabetes Type 2

Zilmet 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Gliclazide (80 mg), Metformin (500 mg)/Tablet
Adult
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Gliclazide (80 mg), Metformin (500 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Gliclazide (80 mg), Metformin (500 mg)/Tablet

Zilmet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Zilmet safe for pregnant women?


    Zilmet may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Zilmet again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Zilmet safe during breastfeeding?


    Zilmet does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Zilmet on the Kidneys?


    There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Zilmet. 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 Zilmet on the Liver?


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Zilmet. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Zilmet on the Heart?


    Use of Zilmet may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.

    Severe


Severe Interaction of Zilmet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Zilmet Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Zilmet

  • Is this Zilmet habit forming or addictive?


    Zilmet does not cause addiction.

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


    Zilmet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Zilmet only as per medical advice.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Zilmet for mental disorders.

    No

Zilmet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Zilmet


    Taking Zilmet with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Zilmet


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Zilmet as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1314-1315

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

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