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Gl Met is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2. Secondary and off-label uses of Gl Met have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gl Met. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Gl Met include Constipation, Abdominal Pain, Indigestion. While these are the most often observed Gl Met side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Gl Met normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Gl Met has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gl Met's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gl Met is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Diabetic Ketoacidosis as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gl Met are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Gl Met have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Gl Met, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Gl Met 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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Is the use of Gl Met safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Gl Met. If you are pregnant, do not take Gl Met without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gl Met safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Gl Met may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Gl Met should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Gl Met on the Kidneys?
Gl Met may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gl Met on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Gl Met. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Gl Met on the Heart?
Side effects of Gl Met rarely affect the heart.
Gl Met should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gl Met unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gl Met habit forming or addictive?
Gl Met is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gl Met does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Gl Met is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gl Met is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gl Met
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Gl Met with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gl Met
Taking alcohol with Gl Met can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1314-1315