Miglitol Benefits & Uses

Miglitol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Miglitol 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: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase to 50 mg 3 times daily, if needed further dose increased 100 mg TID
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase to 50 mg 3 times daily, if needed further dose increased 100 mg TID

Miglitol Related Warnings

Is the use of Miglitol safe for pregnant women?

Miglitol has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Miglitol safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Miglitol for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Miglitol on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Miglitol. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Miglitol on the Liver?

Miglitol does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Miglitol on the Heart?

Miglitol is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Miglitol with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Pancreatin

Metoprolol,Hydrochlorothiazide

Chlorpheniramine,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Ciprofloxacin

Mild

Propranolol

Protamine

Miglitol Contraindications

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

Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Miglitol

Is this Miglitol habit forming or addictive?

Miglitol is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Miglitol since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Miglitol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Miglitol for mental disorders.

No

Miglitol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Miglitol

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Miglitol and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Miglitol

Taking Miglitol with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe