Bigomet 850 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Bigomet 850 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Bigomet 850 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Some other side effects of Bigomet 850 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Bigomet 850 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Bigomet 850 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Bigomet 850 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Bigomet 850 Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock must refrain from the use of Bigomet 850 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Bigomet 850 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Bigomet 850 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Bigomet 850 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Bigomet 850 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Bigomet 850 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Bigomet has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Bigomet 850 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Bigomet. If you see any side effects, stop taking Bigomet immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Bigomet again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Bigomet 850 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Bigomet does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Bigomet 850 Tablet on the Liver?
Bigomet is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Bigomet 850 Tablet on the Heart?
Bigomet is not harmful for the heart.
Bigomet 850 Tablet 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 Bigomet 850 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bigomet 850 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Bigomet 850 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Bigomet 850 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Bigomet 850 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Bigomet 850 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bigomet 850 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Bigomet 850 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bigomet 850 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Bigomet 850 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Bigomet can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Bigomet causes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) especially at night which can cause night sweats. Need to monitor your blood glucose level regularly, and talk to your doctor as your dose of Bigomet may need to be adjusted.
Yes, Bigomet can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). However, this can also occur if you delay or miss a meal, drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, can't eat due to stomach upset, and taking other antidiabetic medicine with metformin. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia, always keep glucose-rich food with you.
Bigomet is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Bigomet type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
Bigomet helps in weight loss by reducing appetite and food intake. It also increases the insulin sensitivity in your body to work more effectively. This lead to decreased glucose production increases the use of glucose and decrease the fat deposition further helps in weight loss. However, Bigomet is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.
Yes, Bigomet is safe to use, many people have side effects at first, they usually diminish and then go away completely in a few weeks. A few people find they cannot tolerate metformin, there are other drugs but metformin is usually the first choice. It is very safe
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