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Glim Total is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes. Secondary and off-label uses of Glim Total have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Glim Total. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Glim Total include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Glim Total as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Glim Total go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Glim Total's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Glim Total related warnings talks about Glim Total's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Glim Total can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Glim Total in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease.
Drug interactions for Glim Total have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Glim Total is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Glim Total is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 Glim Total is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Glim Total safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Glim Total on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Glim Total safe during breastfeeding?
Glim Total is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Glim Total on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Glim Total. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Glim Total on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Glim Total. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Glim Total on the Heart?
Glim Total has very mild side effects on the heart.
Glim Total should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glim Total unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glim Total habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Glim Total.
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 Glim Total can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Glim Total only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Glim Total cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Glim Total
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Glim Total, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glim Total
Information about the interaction of Glim Total and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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