Formin Pg Information

Formin Pg is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes. Formin Pg also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Formin Pg 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Formin Pg are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Formin Pg side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Formin Pg are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Formin Pg's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Safe while nursing. In addition, Formin Pg's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Formin Pg related warnings section.

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

Besides this, Formin Pg may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Formin Pg Benefits & Uses

Formin Pg is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Formin Pg 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

Formin Pg Related Warnings

Is the use of Formin Pg safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Formin PG during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Formin Pg safe during breastfeeding?

Formin PG does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Formin Pg on the Kidneys?

Formin PG can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Formin Pg on the Liver?

Formin PG may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Formin Pg on the Heart?

Formin PG is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Formin Pg with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Aspirin

Furosemide

Formin Pg Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Formin Pg

Is this Formin Pg habit forming or addictive?

Formin Pg is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Formin Pg only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Formin Pg cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Formin Pg Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Formin Pg

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Formin Pg

Information about the interaction of Formin Pg and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

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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Formin PG

Formin Pg Information

Formin Pg Benefits & Uses

Formin Pg Dosage & How to Take

Formin Pg Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Formin Pg with Other Drugs

Formin Pg Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Formin Pg

Formin Pg Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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