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Glimet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Glimet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Glimet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Glimet include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Glimet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Glimet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Glimet is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Glimet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Glimet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Glimet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Glimet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Glimet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Glimet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Glimet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Glimet safe for pregnant women?
Glimet has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Glimet safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Glimet. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Glimet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Glimet on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Glimet on the Liver?
Glimet is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Glimet on the Heart?
You can take Glimet without any fear of damage to the heart.
Glimet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glimet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glimet habit forming or addictive?
Glimet is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Glimet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Glimet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glimet
Taking Glimet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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