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Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating, Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level). While these are the most often observed Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER 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.
It is also important to note that Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER contraindications section.
Additionally, Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER is used to treat the following -
Other 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
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Is the use of Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ziten M. It is best to stop taking Ziten M immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Ziten M. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Ziten M on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Ziten M on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Ziten M will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Ziten M on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER.
Interaction between Food and Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ziten M 1000 Mg/20 Mg Tablet ER.
The long-term use can lead to the deficiency of Vitamin B12, which can further lead to megaloblastic anemia. Furthermore, Long-term Metformin use can also lead to kidney and liver problems.
Lactic acidosis associated with Ziten M treatment is a rare but fatal adverse effect. Lactic acidosis appears to result from biguanide interference causing an increase in production and decrease in clearance of lactate leading to higher cellular lactate levels. A decrease in pyruvate carboxylase activity, the rate-limiting enzyme in the formation of glucose from lactate, can also decrease hepatic metabolism of lactate. leading to increasing lactic acidosis. Signs and symptoms of Ziten M induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.
Ziten M 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, Ziten M can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Ziten 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 Ziten M may need to be adjusted.
Yes, Ziten M commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Ziten M with your meal and increase the dose gradually.
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